HB220

Louisiana HB220 mandates reporting mechanisms for child exploitation on covered platforms and imposes civil penalties for non-compliance.

Louisiana HB220, known as the "PROTECT Act," requires covered platforms to implement clear and conspicuous reporting mechanisms for suspected child exploitation. These platforms include online platforms, online video games, messaging applications, and video streaming services. The bill defines "clear and conspicuous" and specifies the requirements for the reporting mechanism, such as being easily locatable and usable without requiring user registration. Non-compliant platforms face civil penalties of up to $5,000 per day, payable to the Department of Justice to fund cybercrime investigations.