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Limiting Legal Protection for Large Online Platforms

This bill changes the rules for large online platforms' liability for user content. It aims to increase their accountability for unfair practices, such as selective enforcement of terms. Citizens may gain greater protection against arbitrary platform decisions and the ability to seek damages if promises are breached.
Key points
Large online platforms (over 30 million US users or 300 million global users and $1.5 billion revenue) will lose some legal protection if they do not act in good faith.
Platforms must have clear policies on restricting access to material and act fairly.
If a platform breaches its promise of good faith operation, users can seek damages (minimum $5,000 or actual damages) and legal fees.
Unfair practices include intentional selective enforcement of terms, using algorithms for selective enforcement with knowledge, or intentional failure to honor public promises.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_277
Sponsor: Rep. Budd, Ted [R-NC-13]
Process start date: 2021-01-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Limiting Section 230 Immunity to Good Samaritans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_277.

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 2021-01-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Large online platforms (over 30 million US users or 300 million global users and $1.5 billion revenue) will lose some legal protection if they do not act in good faith.
  • Platforms must have clear policies on restricting access to material and act fairly.
  • If a platform breaches its promise of good faith operation, users can seek damages (minimum $5,000 or actual damages) and legal fees.
  • Unfair practices include intentional selective enforcement of terms, using algorithms for selective enforcement with knowledge, or intentional failure to honor public promises.
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. Budd, Ted [R-NC-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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