Disclose Government Censorship Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-13T06:48:05Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1672 Disclose Government Censorship Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 6:48 AM

Summary of Bill S 1672

Bill 118 s 1672, also known as the Disclose Government Censorship Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to require the government to disclose any instances of censorship or suppression of information that is carried out by federal agencies.

The bill mandates that any federal agency that engages in censorship or suppression of information must report these actions to Congress within 30 days. This report must include details on the information that was censored, the reasons for the censorship, and the impact of the censorship on the public.

Additionally, the bill requires federal agencies to establish procedures for employees to report instances of censorship or suppression of information. These procedures must protect whistleblowers from retaliation and ensure that their reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly. The Disclose Government Censorship Act aims to promote transparency and accountability within the federal government by shining a light on any attempts to suppress information from the public. By requiring agencies to report on their censorship activities and protect whistleblowers, the bill seeks to uphold the principles of free speech and open government. Overall, the Disclose Government Censorship Act is a bipartisan effort to ensure that the government is held accountable for any attempts to censor information and to protect the rights of individuals to access information freely.

Congressional Summary of S 1672

Disclose Government Censorship Act

This bill requires officers and employees of the legislative and executive branches to disclose communications with providers of interactive computer services (e.g., internet service providers) regarding restricting speech.

Specifically, executive and legislative branch officers and employees must disclose their communications with a provider or operator of an interactive computer service regarding action to restrict access to material posted by another information content provider. The bill makes exceptions for legitimate law enforcement and national security purposes.

The disclosure must be made within seven days of the date on which the communication is made.

The bill establishes penalties for violations.

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Current Status of Bill S 1672

Bill S 1672 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill S 1672 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 18, 2023. Bill S 1672's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of May 18, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1672

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1672

Disclose Government Censorship Act

A bill to require officers and employees of the legislative and executive branches to make certain disclosures related to communications with information content providers and interactive computer services regarding restricting speech.