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Online Platforms: Equal Rules and Support for Non-English Users

This law requires large online platforms to treat content in all languages equally, ensuring consistent moderation and transparency. It aims to protect non-English speaking users from harmful content and give them better access to reporting tools and platform policies, regardless of the language they use.
Key points
Online platforms must moderate content (detecting, removing illegal or policy-violating content) consistently across all languages where they make money, aiming to increase safety for non-English users.
Platforms will need to annually report details on their content moderation staff (languages, locations), how automated systems work across languages, and how much non-English content is reviewed in its original language, increasing transparency of their operations.
All user tools for reporting content and platform rules must be available in every language the platform offers, ensuring equal access and ability to address issues.
The Federal Trade Commission and State Attorneys General can take action against platforms that do not follow these new rules, providing an enforcement mechanism.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3540
Sponsor: Sen. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2025-12-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

LISTOS Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3540.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Online platforms must moderate content (detecting, removing illegal or policy-violating content) consistently across all languages where they make money, aiming to increase safety for non-English users.
  • Platforms will need to annually report details on their content moderation staff (languages, locations), how automated systems work across languages, and how much non-English content is reviewed in its original language, increasing transparency of their operations.
  • All user tools for reporting content and platform rules must be available in every language the platform offers, ensuring equal access and ability to address issues.
  • The Federal Trade Commission and State Attorneys General can take action against platforms that do not follow these new rules, providing an enforcement mechanism.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM].

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 2026-01-19.

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