California bill advances that would make Google, Facebook pay news companies whose stories appear on their platforms

News outlets have downsized and closed as internet platforms like Google and Facebook used their content without compensation, leading to a critical need for financial support.

Supporters of the bill, including news publishers and associations, emphasize the importance of quality journalism for combating misinformation and ensuring a healthy democracy.

Opponents, such as Google and online news organizations like CalMatters, argue against the bill, claiming it is based on a flawed premise that overlooks the benefits they provide to news publishers.

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