US Strategy to Promote Internet Freedom and Access in Iran.
This law aims to improve the coordination of US government efforts to promote internet freedom and access to information for Iranian citizens. It designates the Secretary of State as the primary official responsible for these duties and mandates updates to the existing strategy to facilitate the use of censorship-bypassing technologies like VPNs and satellite communication by Iranians. The changes also ensure that US sanctions do not inadvertently prevent companies from providing civilians with the necessary tools for open internet access.
Key points
The US Secretary of State is designated as the lead coordinator for efforts to ensure Iranians can access the open internet.
The US government must develop strategies to increase the accessibility of technologies (like VPNs and satellite tools) that circumvent internet blackouts in Iran.
New guidance will be developed for the Treasury Department to ensure sanctions do not block Iranian civilians from receiving technology needed for free internet access.
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