Officially: SOCIAL MEDIA Act
Every social media company would have to set up a dedicated online portal with a 24/7 U.S.-based phone line so law enforcement can reach them fast. A new FTC advisory committee would create standard metrics to track how platforms handle illegal content, especially drug sales. Platforms that don't follow the rules could face FTC enforcement.
Where it stands
Sitting in Commerce
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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The debate
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (2/19/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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