Bill > S1829

This bill strengthens protections for child victims of sexual exploitation by making several significant changes to federal law. It expands definitions of child abuse and exploitation, enhances reporting requirements for technology companies, and creates new legal mechanisms for victims to seek justice. Specifically, the bill requires tech companies with over 1 million monthly users to submit annual reports detailing their efforts to prevent child sexual exploitation, mandates faster and more comprehensive reporting of potential child exploitation to the CyberTipline, and introduces new civil liability provisions that allow victims to sue online platforms that knowingly host or facilitate child pornography. The bill also improves legal protections for child victims in federal court proceedings by expanding privacy safeguards, allowing for more comprehensive victim impact statements, and creating new avenues for restitution. Additionally, the legislation establishes significant financial penalties for tech companies that fail to comply with reporting requirements, with fines ranging from $600,000 to $1 million depending on the company's size and the nature of the violation. The bill aims to create a more comprehensive and proactive approach to combating online child sexual exploitation by placing greater responsibilities on technology platforms and providing more robust support for victims.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1829/all-info