Kentucky state representative Tom Couch recently proposed a unique bill. His bill would require all internet users to provide their real name, address, and email address before they could comment on any blog or public forum. Web administrators who did not comply with this regulation would be fined $500 for the first offense and $1000 for each subsequent offense. According to Couch, the bill is intended to stop online bullying.
Everyone agrees that flame wars are immature, and nobody likes a bully, but is this really necessary? Does this bill cross the line, preventing more potential positive anonymous tips and stories than bullies?
