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New Online Copyright Protection Rules: Technical Identification Measures

This act introduces new rules for technical measures used to identify and protect copyrighted works online. It aims to help copyright owners manage their content and assist online service providers in identifying it. Citizens might notice changes in how online content is monitored and managed, potentially affecting the availability of some materials.
Key points
Establishes definitions and rules for "standard technical measures" used to identify and protect copyrighted content.
Creates a process for the Librarian of Congress to designate specific technical measures that online service providers must accommodate.
Online service providers will be required to use "commercially reasonable efforts" to accommodate and not interfere with these designated technical measures.
Copyright owners can sue service providers for non-compliance, with potential for damages.
The act does not alter existing "safe harbors" for service providers, but these safe harbors do not provide a defense against liability under this new act.
Appoints new advisors (Chief Economist and Chief Technology Advisor) within the Copyright Office to support policy and technology decisions.
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Print number: 117_S_3880
Sponsor: Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]
Process start date: 2022-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SMART Copyright Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3880.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes definitions and rules for "standard technical measures" used to identify and protect copyrighted content.
  • Creates a process for the Librarian of Congress to designate specific technical measures that online service providers must accommodate.
  • Online service providers will be required to use "commercially reasonable efforts" to accommodate and not interfere with these designated technical measures.
  • Copyright owners can sue service providers for non-compliance, with potential for damages.
  • The act does not alter existing "safe harbors" for service providers, but these safe harbors do not provide a defense against liability under this new act.
  • Appoints new advisors (Chief Economist and Chief Technology Advisor) within the Copyright Office to support policy and technology decisions.
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 Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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