SOPRA
8/21/2024, 4:34 PMSummary of Bill S 4727
Bill 118 s 4727, also known as the Stop Online Platforms from Receiving Advertisements (SOPRA) Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to regulate online platforms and prevent them from receiving advertisements if they engage in certain harmful behaviors.The SOPRA Act aims to address concerns about online platforms that allow the spread of misinformation, hate speech, and other harmful content. The bill would require these platforms to meet certain standards in order to continue receiving advertisements. These standards would include measures to combat the spread of false information, hate speech, and other harmful content.
Additionally, the SOPRA Act would establish a regulatory body to oversee compliance with these standards and enforce penalties for non-compliance. This regulatory body would have the authority to investigate complaints, issue fines, and take other actions to ensure that online platforms are meeting their obligations under the bill. Overall, the SOPRA Act is designed to hold online platforms accountable for the content they host and to protect users from harmful and misleading information. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to address the growing problem of online misinformation and hate speech, while opponents raise concerns about potential restrictions on free speech and the impact on the digital advertising industry. As of now, the SOPRA Act is still in the early stages of the legislative process, and it remains to be seen whether it will be passed into law.
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Current Status of Bill S 4727
Bill S 4727 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2024. Bill S 4727 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 11, 2024. Bill S 4727's most recent activity was Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 438. as of July 23, 2024Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4727
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
22Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
22Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4727
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 4727
SOPRASOPRASOPRASeparation of Powers Restoration Act of 2024A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to clarify the nature of judicial review of agency interpretations of statutory and regulatory provisions.Comments
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