SCREEN Act
The SCREEN Act requires online platforms that host pornographic content for profit to implement age verification technology to block minors from accessing such material. It applies to platforms operating in the U.S. market or interstate commerce that create, host, or distribute content deemed "harmful to minors" (including pornography). Platforms must publicly disclose their verification methods, secure user data collected for age checks, and prevent minors from accessing prohibited content. The Federal Trade Commission will enforce these requirements through audits, treating violations as unfair business practices under existing law.
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Introduction
Nov 2023
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Introduced Nov 15, 2023
Last action Nov 17, 2023
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Nov 17, 2023
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.
lower
Nov 15, 2023
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
lower
Nov 15, 2023
Introduced
Introduced in House
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1 primary · 8 co-sponsors
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