Lawmakers Propose Repeal of Section 230 Liability Shield

Bipartisan bill aims to address child safety, criminal activity, and misinformation while balancing free speech and platform responsibility.

The Section 230 Sunset Act seeks to repeal the liability shield for tech companies by early 2025.
Advocates argue the repeal is necessary to tackle online harms, while opponents warn it could stifle free speech and innovation.
The bill has bipartisan support but faces challenges due to differing political views on content moderation.
Large platforms may handle increased liability, but smaller sites and services could struggle or cease hosting third-party content.
Previous attempts to modify Section 230 have had mixed results, pushing some activities to less safe alternatives.