Few weeks ago, we talked Rep. Zoe Lofgren via Reddit announced its intention to introduce reforms CFAA called "law of Aaron." Since then, Lofgren has taken into account the concerns and thoughts of many actors different, many of which are discussed directly on Reddit, and announced a second project, also via Reddit. Whereas people EFF notes that there are still some improvements are needed, is certainly an important step in the CFAA necessary to reform.

course, perhaps equally important is to show how this type of public participation in democracy can really work. initial project Aaron Law has received some criticism from some people (including ridiculous some of our critics in our regular reviews), without any hint of recognition that it is' part of the process

. Not because it was introduced on Reddit complete, but in order to get feedback for these types of future projects.

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is an important point, and other legislators would do well to heed. And, of course, but this is not a finished product, but another clich? that the process is much the ability of people to weigh in.

Thank you, Reddit and all those who have provided information for the original bill approximate Reform Act fraud and abuse (CFAA) and the status of electronic fraud - Government laws are used to treat unfairly Aaron Swartz. With the help of human experts internet, computer and free legal project has been revised and is available here. I was in communication with the father of Aaron, that this bill supports and endorses the "law of Aaron."

Like the first version, the revised draft explicitly excludes violations of conditions of service, user agreements that violations of CFAA and fraud. The revised draft also states that changing the MAC or IP address is not in itself a violation of the law or wire fraud CAFA. The project also limits the scope of the CFAA by defining "unauthorized access" circumvention of barriers to access to technology. Overall, changes in the project should avoid the kind of malicious prosecution directed to Aaron Swartz and help protect Internet users more disproportionate responsibility for daily activity.



In our discussions continued, it is clear that many people believe that a thorough examination of the CFAA and reform copyright laws are needed. I agree. "Right of Aaron" this reform is not complete, but it is a first step towards comprehensive reform. If we can get this bill will be in honor of Aaron Swartz, and should be regarded as the beginning of a concerted effort to bring the reform of these broader issues. To be effective, this effort is likely to take some time and require sustained and intensive support from all of you in an effort that will overcome our stop SOPA.
show "Aaron law" as common sense solutions that must be enacted to prevent the kinds of abuses Aaron was subjected to affect others. I intend to submit a final "Law Aaron" as soon as legislation, and talking with my friend Senator Wyden of Oregon Ron, I understand that he wants to present to the Senate as well. I urge my colleagues in the House of Representatives to become cosponsors. The chances of success - whether for "Aaron Law" or other proposals - will depend largely on the degree of commitment and positive public support to change the law. As shown SOUP when it comes to the Internet, lawmakers listen. I think with enough support we can have the opportunity to constructively "law of Aaron." Zoe
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