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Combating Cartel Recruitment on Social Media

This act aims to protect citizens, especially youth, from recruitment by criminal organizations online. It mandates the development of a strategy to combat this phenomenon and improves information gathering and exchange between agencies and online platforms. This is intended to enhance online safety and reduce the risk of involvement in illicit activities.
Key points
Requires the Department of Homeland Security to develop a strategy to combat cartel recruitment on social media and other online services.
Mandates an assessment of how criminal organizations use social media for recruitment, drug smuggling, and human trafficking.
Establishes a mechanism for online platform operators to voluntarily report suspicious recruitment activities.
Strengthens cooperation between government, law enforcement, and tech companies to combat online crime.
Includes educational and outreach activities, especially for youth in border communities, to raise awareness of cartel recruitment dangers.
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Print number: 117_S_4963
Sponsor: Sen. Sinema, Kyrsten [D-AZ]
Process start date: 2022-09-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Combating Cartels on Social Media Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4963.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Department of Homeland Security to develop a strategy to combat cartel recruitment on social media and other online services.
  • Mandates an assessment of how criminal organizations use social media for recruitment, drug smuggling, and human trafficking.
  • Establishes a mechanism for online platform operators to voluntarily report suspicious recruitment activities.
  • Strengthens cooperation between government, law enforcement, and tech companies to combat online crime.
  • Includes educational and outreach activities, especially for youth in border communities, to raise awareness of cartel recruitment dangers.
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. Sinema, Kyrsten [D-AZ].

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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