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CA AB1628

Bill

Status

Passed

9/19/2022

Primary Sponsor

James Ramos

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Origin

State Assembly

2021-2022 Session

AI Summary

  • Requires social media platforms operating in California to create and publicly post a policy statement on their website addressing the use of their platform to illegally distribute controlled substances, effective until January 1, 2028.

  • Policy statement must include a general description of moderation practices to prevent illegal drug distribution content, a link to mental health and drug education resources from government authorities, and a link to the platform's reporting mechanism for illegal or harmful content if one exists.

  • Requires platforms to include a description of their policies and procedures for responding to law enforcement inquiries, including warrants, subpoenas, and court orders for electronic communication information.

  • Exempts businesses that generated less than $100 million in gross revenue during the preceding calendar year from these requirements.

  • Platforms must update policies as necessary and consider consulting with nonprofits, safety advocates, and survivors when developing and supporting their policy statements.

Legislative Description

Social media platforms: electronic content management: controlled substances.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 432, Statutes of 2022.

9/19/2022

Committee Referrals

Judiciary5/25/2022
Rules5/12/2022
Privacy and Consumer Protection1/20/2022

Full Bill Text

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