Restoring Internet Access During Emergencies and Combating Foreign Censorship.
This Act aims to ensure US citizens maintain internet access domestically during network disruptions caused by emergencies, such as natural disasters. Furthermore, it strengthens the government's capacity to provide internet and circumvention tools to individuals in countries under repressive regimes. This means enhanced communication security during domestic crises and active support for free speech abroad.
Key points
Strengthening the US Government's (FEMA) capacity to restore internet access domestically during major network disruptions caused by emergencies.
Requirement for the US Government to maintain the capacity to transmit internet access service to foreign countries to promote freedom from repressive regimes.
Rapid funding for US companies providing internet censorship circumvention tools (e.g., VPNs) in response to censorship activities by foreign governments.
Expired
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