Internet and E-mail Fraud; the criminal offense of digital identity fraud; establish

Added a new definition for 'social media platform' that excludes direct messaging services from the bill's coverage.

Removed the requirement that social media platform operators must evaluate claims of digital identity fraud within 72 hours.

Removed the requirement that operators must restrict content within 48 hours when notified by law enforcement, along with associated civil penalties.

Added a legislative intent statement that the law should not diminish free speech rights or impose liability on platforms as publishers or speakers of content, referencing Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.

Modified the definition of digital identity fraud to specifically require that the victim be a resident of Georgia and that the identity be used without consent.

The bill header was updated from 'As introduced' to 'As passed Senate', reflecting the legislative stage change. No substantive policy content was altered in this diff.