The Great Smoky Mountain Journal
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Tuesday, January 01, 2019 02:43 PM
Craigslist Closes Personals Section After U.S. Senate Passed Anti-Sex Trafficking Bill
The company removed the section after the U.S. Senate passed an anti-sex trafficking bill that could hold the website, and others, responsible for illegal activity if it becomes law.
According to the company, the Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act seeks to subject websites to criminal and civil liability. A message on the website said any tool or service can be misused and they hope it can bring them back "some day."
In closing, Craigslist said, "To the millions of spouses, partners, and couples who met through craigslist, we wish you every happiness!"