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Temporary antitrust shield for news publishers to negotiate with big tech.

This Act temporarily allows news content creators (print, broadcast, and digital organizations) to collectively negotiate with dominant online platforms (those with over one billion monthly users) regarding the terms of content distribution. This aims to strengthen the bargaining power of news organizations against tech giants, potentially leading to better funding for journalism. Citizens may benefit from improved quality and availability of reliable news content.
Key points
Provides a temporary 4-year antitrust safe harbor, allowing news content creators to collectively negotiate with or withhold content from large online distributors.
Applies only to online distributors with at least one billion aggregate monthly active users worldwide.
Negotiations must cover terms like quality, accuracy, attribution, and interoperability of news, and cannot be limited solely to price.
The goal is to ensure fair compensation and sustainable funding for news organizations, which is vital for public interest journalism.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1735
Sponsor: Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1]
Process start date: 2021-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Journalism Competition and Preservation Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1735.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides a temporary 4-year antitrust safe harbor, allowing news content creators to collectively negotiate with or withhold content from large online distributors.
  • Applies only to online distributors with at least one billion aggregate monthly active users worldwide.
  • Negotiations must cover terms like quality, accuracy, attribution, and interoperability of news, and cannot be limited solely to price.
  • The goal is to ensure fair compensation and sustainable funding for news organizations, which is vital for public interest journalism.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Antitrust, Commercial, and Administrative Law.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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