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New Digital Platform Rules: Enhanced Transparency and Online Safety

This act establishes a new bureau within the Federal Trade Commission to oversee large online platforms. Its aim is to ensure greater transparency in platform operations, protect users from illegal content and discrimination, and facilitate independent research into the societal impact of technology. The goal is to enhance safety and fairness in the digital world.
Key points
Establishment of the Bureau of Digital Services Oversight and Safety within the Federal Trade Commission, employing experts to research and monitor platforms.
Requirement for online platforms to implement internal complaint-handling systems for users to appeal content moderation decisions.
Mandate for platforms to increase transparency regarding content moderation policies, including publishing detailed reports on removed content and actions.
Obligation for large platforms to conduct regular systemic risk assessments (e.g., spread of illegal content, discrimination) and report on mitigation measures.
Introduction of rules for recommender systems (algorithms) to give users more control over displayed content, including a non-personalized option.
Facilitation of independent researchers' access to platform data (with user privacy safeguards) to analyze technology's societal impact.
Protection for whistleblowers who report platform violations from retaliation by their employers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6796
Sponsor: Rep. Trahan, Lori [D-MA-3]
Process start date: 2022-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Digital Services Oversight and Safety Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6796.

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 2022-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of the Bureau of Digital Services Oversight and Safety within the Federal Trade Commission, employing experts to research and monitor platforms.
  • Requirement for online platforms to implement internal complaint-handling systems for users to appeal content moderation decisions.
  • Mandate for platforms to increase transparency regarding content moderation policies, including publishing detailed reports on removed content and actions.
  • Obligation for large platforms to conduct regular systemic risk assessments (e.g., spread of illegal content, discrimination) and report on mitigation measures.
  • Introduction of rules for recommender systems (algorithms) to give users more control over displayed content, including a non-personalized option.
  • Facilitation of independent researchers' access to platform data (with user privacy safeguards) to analyze technology's societal impact.
  • Protection for whistleblowers who report platform violations from retaliation by their employers.
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. Trahan, Lori [D-MA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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