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S 5129 United States Senate · 119th Congress

PROTECT Act of 2026

The PROTECT Act of 2026 requires online platforms that host user-generated content to verify the identity and age of anyone uploading pornographic images, ensuring all individuals depicted are at least 18 years old. To comply, platforms must obtain explicit written consent from every person shown in an image for both the specific sexual acts performed and the distribution of that image, using standardized forms approved by the Attorney General. The law imposes civil penalties and criminal prison sentences for users and platforms that fail to meet these verification and consent requirements.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by imposing stricter penalties and verification requirements to combat child sexual exploitation and protect victims.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes strict identity verification and consent requirements on platforms, restricting their ability to host user-generated content and limiting digital expression.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jul 2026
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Introduced Jul 23, 2026 Last action Jul 23, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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