HB4624: Algorithmic Justice and Online Platform Transparency Act
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To prohibit the discriminatory use of personal information by online platforms in any algorithmic process, to require transparency in the use of algorithmic processes and content moderation, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
This bill would ban online platforms from using personal information in ways that unfairly discriminate against users through computer algorithms—the automated decision-making systems that determine what content people see. The bill requires platforms to be transparent about how they use these algorithms and how they moderate content, meaning they must explain their practices to users and the public. Online platforms like social media sites and search engines would be affected. The bill is currently in the introductory stage and has not yet been assigned to a for review.
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HB4624: Algorithmic Justice and Online Platform Transparency Act
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Sponsors
Doris Matsui
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (14)
Kweisi Mfume
Mary Gay Scanlon
Pramila Jayapal
Maxwell Frost
Rashida Tlaib