Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill 2022

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• Creates new media regulator (Coimisiún na Meán) replacing Broadcasting Authority of Ireland to oversee TV, radio, and online services.
• Requires online platforms to remove harmful content and comply with EU media rules; regulators can investigate and fine non-compliant providers.
• Funds regulator and European media production through levies on broadcasters and streaming services; supports community radio and journalism.

Stage timeline

1. First Stage 26th Seanad

   25 Jan 2022
2. Second Stage 26th Seanad

   22 Feb 2022
3. Committee Stage 26th Seanad

   22 Feb 2022
4. Report Stage 26th Seanad

   31 May 2022
5. Fifth Stage 26th Seanad

   11 Jul 2022
6. Second Stage 33rd Dáil

   11 Jul 2022
7. Committee Stage 33rd Dáil

   22 Sep 2022
8. Report Stage 33rd Dáil

   30 Nov 2022
9. Fifth Stage 33rd Dáil

   30 Nov 2022
10. Cream List 26th Seanad

    6 Dec 2022
11. Enacted

    10 Dec 2022