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SB 514

Social Media Control in IT Act.

2025-2026 Session Introduced by Woodson Bradley and 4 co-sponsors

North Carolina proposes regulations controlling social media use on state IT systems, currently under committee review with unclear scope and enforcement mechanisms.

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Bill Summary · SB 514

Legislative bill overview

SB 514, titled the "Social Media Control in IT Act," proposes regulations governing social media use within North Carolina's information technology systems and infrastructure. The bill establishes parameters for how state IT resources can be used in relation to social media platforms and activities. The legislation has undergone preliminary procedural steps but remains in committee review as of the latest filing date.

Why is this important

State IT infrastructure policies directly affect government efficiency, cybersecurity, employee productivity, and data protection. Social media regulations within government systems can influence how state agencies communicate with the public, manage information security risks, and maintain compliance with federal standards. Such policies also set precedent for how government balances operational control with employee rights and public engagement.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of restrictions: Unclear whether the bill prohibits all social media access, restricts it to non-work hours, or applies only to certain platforms—with implications for government transparency and public communication
  • Cybersecurity vs. access: Tension between protecting state systems from security vulnerabilities and allowing legitimate government social media operations for public service announcements and constituent engagement
  • Employee rights: Questions about whether restrictions on state IT systems extend to personal device use or off-hours activity, raising privacy and employment law concerns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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