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INFORM Act
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Introduced on November 21, 2024 by
Benjamin Louis Cardin
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Last updated 12/20/2024
Aims to develop a strategy to increase access to independent information for citizens of the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
Establishes an interagency task force to implement the strategy.
Recognizes the challenges posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in controlling information and suppressing dissent.
Highlights the need for effective Mandarin Chinese-language content that addresses issues relevant to PRC citizens.
Emphasizes the importance of circumventing censorship and providing secure communication tools for PRC citizens.
Proposes the creation of a Global News Service to curate and distribute uncensored news related to China.
Calls for increased coordination among federal agencies to enhance the dissemination of independent information.
Addresses the lack of reciprocity in information access between the United States and the PRC.
Allocates funding for programs aimed at media freedom, investigative journalism, and content development.
Encourages collaboration with like-minded partners to enhance information access for PRC citizens.