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Texas Takes on Big Tech | Sunday Extra

Feb 25, 2024
09:55
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Texas State Senator Bryan Hughes introduces HB 20 to regulate social media platforms and protect free speech. Discussion on distinguishing regulated content on social media. Importance of addressing social media censorship and free speech accountability. Exploring challenges and implications of viewpoint neutrality laws in Texas and Florida.
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Quick takeaways

  • House Bill 20 designates social media platforms as common carriers, preventing political censorship and promoting online free speech.
  • Legal protection for deplatformed individuals in Texas emphasizes the need for accountability and preserving free speech rights.

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Main Provisions of HB 20 and Treatment of Major Social Media Platforms

House Bill 20 recognizes major social media platforms as common carriers, similar to telephone companies, ensuring they cannot censor based on political or religious views. It mandates public disclosure of content moderation methods and requires addressing illegal content reported by users. The bill enables legal recourse for individuals deplatformed due to their viewpoint, emphasizing protection of free speech.

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