Digital Consumer Protection Commission Act of 2023

The Digital Consumer Protection Commission Act of 2023 establishes a new federal agency, the Digital Consumer Protection Commission (DCC), to regulate dominant digital platforms. The DCC will enforce transparency requirements for content moderation decisions, data privacy protections, and competition rules, requiring platforms to provide clear policies, allow data portability, and prevent anti-competitive practices. Dominant platforms must obtain and maintain a license from the DCC, with potential civil penalties of up to 15% of annual revenue for violations. The law directly affects major technology companies with significant user bases or market influence, imposing new obligations on their data handling, content moderation, and business practices. The DCC will have investigative authority, enforcement powers, and the ability to refer violations to other agencies for criminal prosecution.