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# DELETE Act (HR 2612) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The DELETE Act is a proposed law that would establish new regulations around the deletion and removal of digital content online. While the specific details of the bill's provisions aren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on giving users greater control over their personal data and digital information on social media platforms and websites. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would likely impact social media companies, tech platforms, and internet users.
It could create new requirements for tech companies regarding how they handle user requests to delete content and personal information. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Lori Trahan (D-Massachusetts) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Many bills remain in committee indefinitely and do not advance further in the legislative process. *Note: More detailed information about specific provisions would require access to the full bill text, which wasn't included in this summary request.*.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.