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Termination of Disinformation Board: Protecting citizens' free speech.

This act aims to dissolve the Disinformation Governance Board within the Department of Homeland Security. This means the government will be prohibited from establishing similar bodies, which is intended to protect citizens' freedom of expression and prevent potential restrictions on access to information.
Key points
The Disinformation Governance Board is terminated, removing an entity that could influence information flow.
Federal funds are prohibited from being used to establish similar bodies, preventing future attempts to control public narratives.
The act's goal is to protect free speech and unrestricted access to information for all citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7641
Sponsor: Rep. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3]
Process start date: 2022-05-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Free Speech Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7641.

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 2022-05-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Disinformation Governance Board is terminated, removing an entity that could influence information flow.
  • Federal funds are prohibited from being used to establish similar bodies, preventing future attempts to control public narratives.
  • The act's goal is to protect free speech and unrestricted access to information for all citizens.
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. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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