Full Internet Deregulation Act of 2013
Rationale
Complete Internet freedom maximises innovation and free expression, removing barriers to digital growth and empowering users to access all information without censorship: this is the final step towards true digital freedom. Any illegal content will be dealt with by law enforcement case by case.
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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Completely unregulated internet; no content restrictions of any kind
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Party
Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights
ADFR is a centre-to-centre-left, social-liberal party. We advocate for an open and neutral Internet, strong privacy rights, a digital PA and an eco-social market economy. We focus on white-collar professionals and innovative companies, ensuring technology expands freedom and opportunities for all.
Core pillars
Felix Mayer
Activist · Age 46
A telegenic provocateur who built a following by weaponizing viral media, Felix Mayer champions digital rights with fiery conviction—but his impassioned speeches often leave audiences more inspired than convinced.
Timeline
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Draft19 March 2013
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Vote Open19 March 2013
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Vote Closed18 May 2013
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Became Law18 May 2013
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
PassedFor: 42 / 69 seats (60.9%)
Against: 16 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 11
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights Proposer | 17 | Yes | No reason given |
| Green Horizon | 8 | Yes | No reason given |
| Green-Social Union | 3 | No | No reason given |
| Left Forward | 13 | No | No reason given |
| National Humanist Platform | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| New National Order | 17 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 5 | Not voted |
Bundestag
PassedFor: 467 / 650 seats (71.8%)
Against: 102 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 81
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights Proposer | 185 | Yes | No reason given |
| Green Horizon | 71 | Yes | No reason given |
| Green-Social Union | 31 | No | No reason given |
| Left Forward | 71 | No | No reason given |
| National Humanist Platform | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| New National Order | 211 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 52 | Not voted |