Bill 118 hr 2393, also known as the Combating Cartels on Social Media Act of 2023, aims to address the issue of cartels using social media platforms to coordinate illegal activities. The bill was introduced in the US Congress with the goal of combating the growing trend of cartels using social media to communicate and plan criminal activities.
The bill proposes several key measures to address this issue. First, it calls for increased cooperation between social media companies and law enforcement agencies to identify and remove cartel-related content from their platforms. This would help prevent cartels from using social media to recruit members, plan criminal activities, and spread propaganda.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance penalties for individuals and organizations found to be using social media to facilitate cartel activities. This would serve as a deterrent to those who may be considering using social media for illegal purposes.
Furthermore, the bill calls for increased funding for law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute cartel activities on social media. This would help ensure that law enforcement has the resources necessary to effectively combat cartels operating online.
Overall, the Combating Cartels on Social Media Act of 2023 seeks to address the growing threat of cartels using social media to coordinate illegal activities. By increasing cooperation between social media companies and law enforcement, enhancing penalties for those involved in cartel activities online, and providing additional funding for law enforcement agencies, the bill aims to disrupt and dismantle cartel operations on social media platforms.