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Combating Social Media Fraud and Fake Electronic Messages

This act aims to protect citizens from online fraud. It introduces penalties for creating fake social media accounts or sending fraudulent emails that intend to cause financial or physical harm. This makes internet use safer, and individuals impersonating others will face legal consequences.
Key points
Prohibits creating fake social media accounts that impersonate others and aim to cause harm.
Prohibits sending fraudulent emails or other electronic messages that impersonate others and aim to cause harm.
Individuals committing such offenses may face fines or imprisonment, with harsher penalties for repeat offenders.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4654
Sponsor: Rep. Kinzinger, Adam [R-IL-16]
Process start date: 2021-07-22