Bill > HR4518

This bill, named after Cooper Davis and Devin Norring, requires electronic communication service providers and remote computing services to report certain controlled substances violations to the Attorney General. Specifically, providers must submit a report within 60 days of obtaining knowledge about activities involving the creation, distribution, or possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, methamphetamine, counterfeit substances (including fake prescription drugs), or unauthorized prescription medications. The report must include identifying information about the account involved, such as user names, IP addresses, and other identifying details, while protecting user privacy and without requiring providers to actively monitor user communications. Providers can face criminal penalties of up to $190,000 for a first violation and $380,000 for subsequent violations, as well as civil penalties between $50,000 and $100,000 for submitting false or incomplete reports. The Attorney General will be required to publish an annual report summarizing the number and types of reports received, investigations initiated, and convictions resulting from these reports. The bill explicitly exempts broadband internet access and text messaging services from these reporting requirements and includes provisions to protect user privacy and limit the retention of reported information.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4518/all-info