Promotes responsible online technology by repealing Section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934.
The PROTECT Act repeals Section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934, which provides immunity for online platforms regarding content posted by third parties. The bill also makes conforming amendments to various statutes to reflect this change, including the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act, the Webb-Kenyon Act, the Controlled Substances Act, and others. The repeal aims to ensure consumer trust by holding online platforms more accountable for the content they host.
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