Digital Content Moderation Act of 2014
Rationale
Stronger regulation is needed to combat illegal content, protect minors, and enforce data rules for public safety and trust.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Internet Freedom |
Light-touch regulation (net neutrality; limited takedown orders for serious crime only)
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Moderate regulation (illegal content removed; platforms must verify age; data rules enforced)
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Party
Horizon
Horizon is a forward-looking political movement built around the idea that long-term thinking should sit at the center of public decision-making. It is a broad-reaching social liberal and progressive party focusing on long-term outcomes: sustainability, economic resilience and social cohesion.
Core pillars
Sébastien Mercier
Activist · Age 49
Once a rising star in the diplomatic corps, Sébastien Mercier resigned after refusing to endorse a deal he deemed unethical, leveraging his charisma and connections to build a reputation as a principled powerbroker.
Timeline
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Draft16 December 2014
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Vote Open16 December 2014
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Vote Closed14 February 2015
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Became Law14 February 2015
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senate
PassedFor: 114 / 348 seats (32.8%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 234
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Proposer | 114 | Yes | No reason given |
| Red Front Of Charlemont | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 14 | Not voted |
National Assembly
PassedFor: 280 / 577 seats (48.5%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 297
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Proposer | 280 | Yes | No reason given |
| Red Front Of Charlemont | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 17 | Not voted |
Presidency
PassedFor: 1 / 1 seats (100.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Proposer | 1 | Yes | No reason given |