#MEMEAct

The #MEMEAct, short for Monetizing Every Meme Equitably Act, is a legislative proposal intended to bring copyright regulation to meme culture, aiming to balance creators’ rights and fair use. On the pro side, it offers protection for original content creators whose work is widely used without permission, potentially allowing meme creators to monetize their content legally. However, critics argue that it could restrict the open, humorous, and viral nature of meme culture, possibly leading to censorship or overregulation. Legally, the act would challenge existing fair use frameworks, especially on platforms like X, Instagram, or TikTok, requiring new enforcement mechanisms and digital rights management systems. This raises concerns about who controls online expression and whether humor and satire can still thrive under tighter legal scrutiny.