HR 1162 · 118th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

Accountability for Government Censorship Act

Introduced 2023-02-24· Sponsored by Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10]· House

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Latest: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 24 - 20.(2023-02-28)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Accountability for Government Censorship Act This bill requires federal agencies to report any actions taken to suppress lawful speech on privately owned or operated platforms, including interactive computer services (e.g., social media). Agencies must report actions taken within the last five years to (1) remove or suppress lawful speech, (2) add disclaimers, information, or other alerts to lawful speech; or (3) remove or restrict access to a platform. Agencies must include specified details about these actions, including the names of the employees involved and the legal authority for taking the action.…

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1 Republican