Preventing AI Censorship Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (11 Jun 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
What this bill does
This bill, the Preventing AI Censorship Act, would allow individuals to sue federal employees if those employees, acting in their official capacity, violate someone's First Amendment rights related to artificial intelligence. Specifically, it addresses actions by federal employees that coerce or compel AI providers to restrict content or access based on viewpoint, affiliation, ideology, or perceived truth, or that directly interfere with an individual's use of AI. The bill does not permit federal employees to sue their employers, nor does it affect lawful law enforcement activities conducted with judicial authorization.
The legislation affects individuals who use or develop artificial intelligence and believe their First Amendment rights have been violated by federal employees. It would provide a legal pathway for individuals to seek redress, including attorney's fees for prevailing parties. The bill is currently in the initial stage of the legislative process, having been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Timeline
11 Jun 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9279 do?
- This bill, the Preventing AI Censorship Act, would allow individuals to sue federal employees if those employees, acting in their official capacity, violate someone's First Amendment rights related to artificial intelligence. Specifically, it addresses actions by federal employees that coerce or compel AI providers to restrict content or access based on viewpoint, affiliation, ideology, or perceived truth, or that directly interfere with an individual's use of AI. The bill does not permit federal employees to sue their employers, nor does it affect lawful law enforcement activities conducted with judicial authorization. The legislation affects individuals who use or develop artificial intelligence and believe their First Amendment rights have been violated by federal employees. It would provide a legal pathway for individuals to seek redress, including attorney's fees for prevailing parties. The bill is currently in the initial stage of the legislative process, having been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Has H.R. 9279 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9279. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9279?
- H.R. 9279 was sponsored by Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large] (R-WY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9279?
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (11 Jun 2026).
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