Key House Republicans are committing to getting the Kids Online Safety Act passed by the end of the year despite Democrats saying they’re being left out of negotiations.
Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Brett Guthrie (R-Ky.) said a version of KOSA, which is aimed at protecting children from harmful online content, would pass “this year” during a panel hearing today. Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.), the bill’s original sponsor, told reporters it could come within the next six months.
They also said they’ll move other legislation focused on children like the Take it Down Act, which cracks down on revenge porn. But these bills would need bipartisan support to clear Congress, and key Democrats claim they’re not involved in any talks to get a compromise.
