S.146 — TAKE IT DOWN Act
House Roll Call
S.146
| Bill | S.146 — TAKE IT DOWN Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 409 / Nay 2 / Present 0 / Not Voting 22 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 207 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| D | 202 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Bill Analysis
The TAKE IT DOWN Act (S 146) was enacted as Public Law No: 119-12, aimed at addressing the issue of online sexual exploitation of minors. The law empowers minors and their guardians to request the removal of sexually explicit images and videos that have been shared without consent.
Key provisions of the TAKE IT DOWN Act include the establishment of a streamlined process for individuals to report non-consensual explicit content. The law mandates that online platforms, including social media and other digital services, must take down such content promptly upon receiving a verified request. This process is designed to protect minors from the long-term psychological and reputational harm associated with the non-consensual sharing of intimate images.
The Act is supported by the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission, which are tasked with enforcing compliance among online platforms. Additionally, the law allocates funding for the development of a national database to track reported incidents and facilitate the removal process, ensuring that affected individuals can receive timely assistance.
Beneficiaries of the TAKE IT DOWN Act include minors who have been victims of online exploitation, their families, and advocacy groups focused on child protection. The law aims to create a safer online environment by holding platforms accountable for the content they host and ensuring swift action in removing harmful materials.
Key timelines established by the Act require online platforms to respond to removal requests within a specified timeframe, generally within 24 hours. The law also mandates annual reporting by the Department of Justice on the effectiveness of the removal process and the overall impact on reducing the prevalence of non-consensual explicit content involving minors.
Overall, the TAKE IT DOWN Act represents a significant step toward enhancing the safety of minors in digital spaces by providing them with the tools and legal backing necessary to combat online exploitation.
Yea (409)
K
Ken Calvert
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
S
Scott Franklin
J
John Garamendi
M
Mark Green
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Nay (2)
Not Voting (22)
G
Gerald Connolly
