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Protecting against nonconsensual distribution of intimate visual depictions online

This act aims to combat the illegal distribution of intimate visual depictions without consent, including child exploitation material. It introduces new obligations for online platforms to verify the age and consent of individuals in images, as well as the identity of content uploaders. Citizens gain tools for rapid removal of their images distributed without consent and legal protection against such actions.
Key points
Online platforms must verify the age and identity of content uploaders and obtain explicit written consent from all individuals depicted in intimate images for their publication and specific acts.
Individuals whose intimate images are distributed without consent can request their swift removal from online platforms, which are obligated to do so within 72 hours.
The act introduces financial penalties for platforms failing to meet verification and content removal obligations, and criminal liability for individuals distributing intimate images without consent, with potential penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4991
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2022-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PROTECT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4991.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Online platforms must verify the age and identity of content uploaders and obtain explicit written consent from all individuals depicted in intimate images for their publication and specific acts.
  • Individuals whose intimate images are distributed without consent can request their swift removal from online platforms, which are obligated to do so within 72 hours.
  • The act introduces financial penalties for platforms failing to meet verification and content removal obligations, and criminal liability for individuals distributing intimate images without consent, with potential penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment.
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. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

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.

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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