Advancing Digital Freedom Act of 2024

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Introduced on November 19, 2024 by Christopher A. Coons

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Legislation Details

  • Establishes a policy for the United States to promote and protect digital freedom as a key aspect of foreign policy.
  • Emphasizes the importance of technology being developed and governed in alignment with human rights, the rule of law, and democratic values.
  • Mandates cooperation with like-minded countries to uphold digital freedom and counter authoritarianism.
  • Defines the role of the Coordinator for Digital Freedom within the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy at the Department of State.
  • Outlines the central objectives and responsibilities of the Coordinator, including:
    • Improving global digital freedom.
    • Ensuring digital freedom is a priority in U.S. foreign policy.
    • Coordinating responses to threats against digital freedom.
    • Engaging with foreign governments and NGOs to defend against digital authoritarianism.
    • Supporting multilateral efforts to maintain information integrity and freedom of expression.
    • Promoting technology that aligns with democratic values and human rights.
    • Advancing discussions on the governance of artificial intelligence and its implications for democracy.
    • Publishing guidelines for protecting digital freedom and making recommendations for internal and diplomatic actions.
  • Requires an annual report on the state of global digital freedom, including:
    • Analysis of trends such as digital authoritarianism, censorship, and threats to privacy.
    • Identification of regions or countries facing significant threats to digital freedom.
    • Recommendations for promoting and protecting digital freedom in response to identified trends.

Last updated 11/28/2024