Statement on Justice Against Malicious Algorithms Act of 2021

The Justice Against Malicious Algorithms Act of 2021, introduced in the House of Representatives, is an extreme way to address a legitimate and critical concern – the spread of hate speech and misinformation. We need a thoughtful and consensus-driven approach to these problems that does not stifle innovation, regardless of the businesses’ size or popularity. The new bill is open-ended about what sorts of harmful content are creating problems, relies on standards that will be impossible to implement, and undercuts First Amendment values. We stand ready to work with Congress, the administration and other concerns to develop balanced and effective measures to combat the scourge of hate speech and misinformation.