HB 3841 Illinois House · 103rd Regular Session

STOP SOCIAL MEDIA CENSORSHIP

Summary
Creates the Stop Social Media Censorship Act. Provides that the owner or operator of a social media website that censors or deletes a user's religious or political speech is subject to a private right of action by certain social media website users in this State. Authorizes the recovery of actual damages, statutory damages, and punitive damages. Provides for the award of reasonable attorney's fees and costs. Prohibits a social media website from using alleged hate speech as a defense. Authorizes the Attorney General to bring an action on behalf of social media website users. Defines terms. Effective July 1, 2023.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
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Governor
Introduced Feb 17, 2023 Last action Mar 16, 2023
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Feb 17, 2023
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Referred to Rules Committee
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