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Supreme Court Weighs Texas, Florida Online Speech Laws

Justices question the broad impact of Texas and Florida's online content laws. The cases could significantly reshape online speech regulations.

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Supreme Court Weighs Texas, Florida Online Speech Laws

The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard arguments in two significant cases, NetChoice & CCIA v. Paxton and Moody v. NetChoice & CCIA, which could reshape online speech regulations. The hearings, held on February 26, 2024, centered around laws from Texas (HB 20) and Florida (SB 7072) that aim to control online content, sparking First Amendment concerns.

Justices appeared skeptical of the states' broad arguments, questioning the potential impact of these bills on internet users and democracy. Daphne Keller of Stanford's Cyber Policy Center highlighted Justice Sotomayor's concern about the wide-ranging effects of the legislation.

Paul Clement, representing CCIA and NetChoice, argued that viewpoint neutrality could lead to unpopular content on platforms. Ben Sperry of the International Center for Law & Economics countered the notion that social-media companies engage in government-like censorship. David Sullivan of the Digital Trust & Safety Partnership emphasized the impact of the legislation on companies' efforts to maintain user safety and trust.

Cathy Gellis summarized the debate around Section 230, noting that platforms have editorial discretion but are not responsible for user speech. The New York Times focused on questions about viewpoint discrimination in content moderation. A total of 44 amicus briefs were filed by over 127 organizations and individuals in support of CCIA and NetChoice, challenging the states' laws.

Ted Olson is set to lead the negotiations for these cases before the U.S. Supreme Court in the future. The court's decision will significantly influence online speech regulations, potentially reshaping the balance between government control and private businesses' publishing rights.

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