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Section 230 of the Communications Act

A federal law that generally protects online platforms from being held legally responsible for content posted by their users, and for their decisions to remove or moderate content.

Recommendation-based algorithm

A computer system used by social media platforms that suggests content to users based on their personal data, interests, and past behavior, rather than just showing things chronologically or in response to a direct search.

Duty of care

A legal obligation to act with a certain standard of caution or prudence to avoid harm to others.

Social media platform

As defined in this bill, generally a for-profit online service with over 1 million registered users that allows users to create and share content and primarily interacts with content. It specifically excludes direct messaging, email, review sites, and some other services.

Private right of action

The ability of an individual to sue another party for damages in civil court when a law has been violated.

Predispute arbitration agreement

A contract clause that forces disputes to be settled through arbitration instead of court, agreed to by parties before any dispute arises.