New Zealand: Implemented Harmful Digital Communications Act 2015
Description
Implemented Harmful Digital Communications Act 2015
On 3 July 2015, the Harmful Digital Communications Act 2015 was implemented. This legislation aims to address harmful digital communications, establishing guidelines for online content hosts and providing mechanisms for individuals to report and res…
Scope
Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
online advertising provider, streaming service provider, other service provider, search service provider, messaging service provider
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
judiciary
Government Body
parliament
Complete timeline of this policy change
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2015-06-23
under deliberation
2015-07-02
adopted