Bill > S09014

This bill establishes the Internet Media Freedom Task Force to study the practices and policies of social media companies that allow the posting of third-party content by users, as well as other issues relating to the dissemination of such content, including forms of censorship employed by social media companies. The task force will also examine the impact of social media on elections, including the ability of candidates and political parties to access and use the platforms, and the potential use of censorship to unfairly benefit one candidate over another. The task force will be composed of eight members appointed by legislative leaders and will be required to hold public hearings, consult with relevant organizations and individuals, and produce a final report with findings and recommendations by December 31, 2021, after which the task force will be dissolved.