An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, providing for reporting requirements of interactive computer service providers; and imposing penalties.
HB 652 requires social media platforms and websites with public user profiles (like Facebook or Instagram) to report specific drug-related activity to Pennsylvania State Police. If a platform learns someone is unlawfully manufacturing, delivering, or possessing drugs in Pennsylvania, it must provide contact details, digital evidence (like IP addresses or timestamps), and related messages within 24 hours. Platforms face fines up to $300,000 for failing to report, but the law explicitly prohibits them from monitoring users or proactively searching for drug activity. This bill directly affects major online platforms that facilitate user interaction and public content sharing.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 20, 2025
Last action Feb 20, 2025
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Feb 20, 2025
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Referred to Communications & Technology
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Marla Brown
RRepublican
Co
Jamie Flick
RRepublican
Co
Lee James
RRepublican
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