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New Digital Platform Commission: Increased Online Oversight and Safety

This bill establishes a new Federal Digital Platform Commission to oversee and regulate large online platforms. Its purpose is to protect citizens from harmful practices, ensure fair competition and algorithmic transparency, and promote access to digital services. Citizens can file complaints against platforms, and the Commission will investigate their operations.
Key points
Creation of a new Federal Digital Platform Commission to regulate large online platforms.
The Commission will ensure fairness, transparency, and safety of algorithms used by platforms, e.g., in content recommendations.
Introduction of oversight for digital platform mergers to prevent excessive power concentration.
Citizens can file complaints against digital platforms and seek damages.
Requirement for transparency in platform terms of service, including content moderation policies.
Platforms designated as "systemically important" will be subject to more stringent standards, such as data portability and interoperability.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7858
Sponsor: Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Digital Platform Commission Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7858.

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 2022-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a new Federal Digital Platform Commission to regulate large online platforms.
  • The Commission will ensure fairness, transparency, and safety of algorithms used by platforms, e.g., in content recommendations.
  • Introduction of oversight for digital platform mergers to prevent excessive power concentration.
  • Citizens can file complaints against digital platforms and seek damages.
  • Requirement for transparency in platform terms of service, including content moderation policies.
  • Platforms designated as "systemically important" will be subject to more stringent standards, such as data portability and interoperability.
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. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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