Maryland SB697 regulates social media platform algorithms and bots used by foreign nationals to influence elections.

Maryland SB697 addresses actions to influence an election by regulating social media platform algorithms and bots. It requires social media platforms to disclose when they use bots to publish, distribute, or disseminate campaign material. The bill also imposes penalties on platforms that knowingly alter their algorithms to amplify political content to benefit a candidate. Additionally, it prohibits foreign nationals from using bots for election influence. Penalties for violations include fines and potential removal of the bot.

Maryland SB697 regulates social media platform algorithms and bots used by foreign nationals to influence elections.

Maryland SB697 addresses actions to influence an election by regulating social media platform algorithms and bots. It requires social media platforms to disclose when they use bots to publish, distribute, or disseminate campaign material. The bill also imposes penalties on platforms that knowingly alter their algorithms to amplify political content to benefit a candidate. Additionally, it prohibits foreign nationals from using bots for election influence. Penalties for violations include fines and potential removal of the bot.