The Honest Ads Act

The Honest Ads Act is a proposed U.S. law aiming to increase transparency around online political advertisements. It would require digital platforms, like social media companies, to disclose who is paying for political ads, how much they are spending, and who the target audiences are. This transparency helps people understand the sources and intentions behind political messaging, especially important because online ads can be used to influence elections or public opinion covertly. The law seeks to hold digital platforms accountable and ensure voters have access to clear information about political advertising content they see online.