S.1829

STOP CSAM Act of 2025 Strengthening Transparency and Obligations to Protect Children Suffering from Abuse and Mistreatment Act of 2025

Introduced·5/21/25

STOP CSAM Act of 2025 aims to combat child sexual abuse material online by enhancing victim support, increasing industry accountability, and.

The STOP CSAM Act of 2025 seeks to address the online sexual exploitation of children by mandating tech companies to report instances of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC). The bill imposes civil penalties on providers who fail to report CSAM or preserve related material. It also allows victims of CSAM to sue tech companies for damages. The act includes provisions to protect victims' privacy, such as limiting the disclosure of personal information and allowing courts to redact sensitive details from reports.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 12, 2025

9:30 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Jun 5, 2025

10:15 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Jun 26, 2025

Senate

Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.

Jun 26, 2025

Senate

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 106.

Jun 12, 2025

Senate

Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.