Iowa HF451 prohibits state and political subdivisions from contracting with companies that censor online content.

Iowa HF451 prohibits the state or political subdivisions from entering into contracts with, or providing tax incentives or specified benefits to, companies that censor online content. The bill defines "censorship" as intentionally restricting a citizen's ability to view, comment, or interact with certain content. It also requires companies to allow users to opt out of certain algorithms. The bill mandates the attorney general to enforce its provisions and establish a reporting system for potential violations.

Iowa HF451 prohibits state and political subdivisions from contracting with companies that censor online content.

Iowa HF451 prohibits the state or political subdivisions from entering into contracts with, or providing tax incentives or specified benefits to, companies that censor online content. The bill defines "censorship" as intentionally restricting a citizen's ability to view, comment, or interact with certain content. It also requires companies to allow users to opt out of certain algorithms. The bill mandates the attorney general to enforce its provisions and establish a reporting system for potential violations.