S.3292

Platform Accountability and Transparency Act

Introduced·12/1/25

Platform Accountability and Transparency Act mandates large digital platforms to provide secure, privacy-protected data access for independent.

The Platform Accountability and Transparency Act aims to facilitate independent research on the societal impact of digital communication platforms by enabling secure data access for qualified researchers. It requires large platforms to provide necessary data and information for approved research projects, ensuring compliance with privacy and cybersecurity safeguards set by the Federal Trade Commission. Researchers must use the data solely for the approved project and adhere to the established safeguards.

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Where it stands

Current
Commerce, Science, And Transportation Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Dec 1, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.