Child Online Access Protection Bill, 2023

Legislative Journey

First Reading

25 Jul 2023
Second Reading

21 Dec 2023
Committee Report

12 Nov 2025

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Third Reading

3 Dec 2025
Current Status

Passed

Summary & Analysis

The proposed Bill establishes a framework to address and prevent harms caused by serious online abuse, illegal content, and restricted material. It mandates Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to block access to content depicting violent conduct and regulate illegal or restricted material, irrespective of its hosting location. The Bill also requires the removal of intimate images and videos shared online, particularly those negatively impacting children. It outlines specific steps for reporting and addressing online abuse, alongside penalties such as fines and imprisonment to deter online aggression and violence.

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