PROTECT Act of 2026

This bill would require websites and apps that host user-posted content or sexual images to verify the identity and age (18 or older) of any user before that user uploads a pornographic image. Platforms would also have to collect a signed consent form and government ID from each person shown in the image, confirming they were adults and agreed both to the sex acts and to the image being shared. Users could not upload a pornographic image of someone without that person's consent. The Attorney General could fine platforms up to $10,000 per image per day, people harmed could sue platforms or users, and violators could face prison time. The bill also changes the TAKE IT DOWN Act so platforms must prevent removed images from being uploaded again.

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Sponsors

• Mike Lee Republican sponsor
• 0 cosponsors