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SSB 1189
A bill for an act relating to censorship of expression on online platforms, and providing penalties.(See SF 486.)
Agenda
Subcommittee members: Bousselot-CH, Dotzler, Webster
Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Room 217 Conference Room
Comments Submitted:
The purpose of comments is to provide information to members of the subcommittee.
Names and comments are public records. Remaining information is considered a confidential record.

02-27-2023
Carl Szabo [NetChoice]
Dear Chair Bousselot and members of the Subcommittee: NetChoice respectfully asks you to oppose SB 1189.1. Violates the First Amendment;2. Violates conservative principles of limited government and free markets;and3. Would penalize social media platforms for removing lawful but awfulcontent none of us want to see.We further outline our concerns in the attached testimony and welcome further discussion with you.Sincerely,Carl SzaboVice President & General Counsel, NetChoice
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02-28-2023
Ruthie Barko [TechNet]
Good evening, please find attached TechNet's letter asking the Subcommittee to not advance SSB 1189. Please reach out with any questions.
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02-28-2023
Khara Boender [Computer & Communications Industry Association]
On behalf of the Computer & Communications Industry Association, I respectfully submit the attached comments urging the committee to not advance SSB 1189. We appreciate your consideration of these comments and stand ready to provide additional information as the legislature considers proposals related to technology policy.
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