Russian lawmakers approved a bill to fine internet users for searching online content considered "extremist". This legislation has faced criticism from both opposition activists and some pro-government figures. The State Duma voted 306 in favor to 67 against, and the bill will proceed to the upper house. The Ministry of Justice's extremist materials list spans over 500 pages and includes more than 5,000 entries. Fines of up to 5,000 rubles will be imposed for accessing this content. The enforcement mechanisms remain unclear, raising questions about the responsibilities of service providers.
The legislation would impose fines of up to 5,000 rubles on anyone who searched for or gained access to content material on the list. It has drawn criticism from both opposition activists and some pro-government figures.
Opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin compared the bill to 'something out of 1984,' referencing George Orwell's novel about a totalitarian regime. Protesters were arrested for demonstrating against the bill.
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