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Bill Would Require Federal Agencies to Report Communications with Tech Platforms
A bipartisan bill would require federal agencies to disclose communications with technology companies and allow lawsuits over alleged pressure on content moderation. The legislation named JAWBONE targets potential government influence on online speech.
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A bipartisan bill introduced in Congress would require government agencies to report communications with technology companies and permit lawsuits alleging improper influence over content decisions.
The bill known as the JAWBONE Act would mandate that federal agencies disclose interactions with online platforms regarding speech or content moderation. Agencies could face lawsuits from individuals or entities claiming they were harmed by such communications.
The measure responds to concerns about past instances where government officials contacted technology companies about posts or accounts. If enacted, the proposed law would create new transparency obligations and legal avenues for challenging agency actions in this area.
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