CT HB06385

State employees and elected officials cannot contact social media platforms to complain about an individual's or group's posted content unless the state agency first provides a public hearing to the affected party.

State agencies must provide at least 48 hours' notice before holding such a hearing, unless an emergency situation requires a shorter timeframe.

Individuals or groups blocked or restricted on social media based on a state employee's or official's complaint may appeal the restriction to Superior Court.

Superior Court may issue an injunction preventing social media platforms from blocking or restricting individuals or groups if the court finds their free speech rights have been infringed.

This act takes effect October 1, 2023.