Bill > HB652

This bill amends the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act to establish reporting requirements for interactive computer service providers (such as social networking websites and digital platforms) when they become aware of potential drug-related criminal activities. Specifically, providers must promptly report to the Pennsylvania State Police identifying information about individuals who appear to be planning or engaging in unlawful manufacture, delivery, or possession of controlled substances. The report must include details like electronic mail addresses, IP addresses, communication timestamps, geographic location information, and relevant digital communications. Providers who knowingly fail to make such reports can face significant financial penalties: $150,000 for a first offense and $300,000 for subsequent offenses. The bill explicitly states that providers are not required to proactively monitor user content or actively search for potential drug-related activities. The bill defines key terms like "electronic communication" and "interactive computer service provider" and will take effect 60 days after passage. The goal appears to be improving law enforcement's ability to track potential drug-related criminal activities occurring through digital platforms while establishing clear guidelines for how online service providers should respond to such information.

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