SHIELD Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 412 SHIELD Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

7/24/2024, 3:18 PM

Summary of Bill S 412

The SHIELD Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 412, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at strengthening election security and protecting against foreign interference in US elections. The bill focuses on enhancing cybersecurity measures to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process.

Key provisions of the SHIELD Act include requiring political campaigns to report any offers of assistance from foreign governments to the FBI and the Federal Election Commission. It also mandates that online platforms disclose the sources of funding for political advertisements and take steps to prevent foreign entities from purchasing ads to influence US elections.

Additionally, the bill establishes a task force within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate efforts to combat foreign interference in elections and provides funding for states to upgrade their election infrastructure and implement cybersecurity measures. Overall, the SHIELD Act of 2023 aims to address the growing threat of foreign interference in US elections and strengthen the security of the electoral process to ensure the integrity of American democracy.

Congressional Summary of S 412

Stopping Harmful Image Exploitation and Limiting Distribution Act of 2023 or the SHIELD Act of 2023

This bill establishes a new criminal offense related to the distribution of intimate visual depictions.

Specifically, the bill makes it a crime to knowingly mail or distribute (or attempt or threaten to distribute)

an intimate visual depiction of an individual with knowledge of the individual's lack of consent, where what is depicted was not voluntarily exposed by the individual in a public or commercial setting, and where what is depicted is not a matter of public concern; or
a visual depiction of a nude minor with the intent to abuse, humiliate, harass, or degrade the minor or to arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person.

A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to five years, or both—and mandatory restitution. Violators must also forfeit any material involved in the offense, property constituting or derived from the proceeds from the offense, and property used to commit or facilitate the offense.

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Current Status of Bill S 412

Bill S 412 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since July 10, 2024. Bill S 412 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 14, 2023. Bill S 412's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of July 15, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 412

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 412

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Civil actions and liability

- Crimes against children

- Criminal procedure and sentencing

- Domestic violence and child abuse

- Internet, web applications, social media

- Pornography

- Sex offenses

- Telephone and wireless communication

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 412

SHIELD Act of 2023

Stopping Harmful Image Exploitation and Limiting Distribution Act of 2023

SHIELD Act of 2023

Stopping Harmful Image Exploitation and Limiting Distribution Act of 2023

SHIELD Act of 2023

A bill to provide that it is unlawful to knowingly distribute private intimate visual depictions with reckless disregard for the individual's lack of consent to the distribution, and for other purposes.