According to the draft law, internet users would be required to register their real names and addresses in order to leave online comments.
This law would apply to all major websites: those with more than 100,000 registered users, those who make more than €500,000 (£430,000) per year, or who receive press subsidies of at least €50,000 (£43,000). The draft law allows exemptions for e-commerce sites, and those with different business models, such as those which do not earn money from content or advertising.
The idea is that malicious comments can be traced back to the people behind them, who can subsequently be held accountable. While users will be able to continue using screen names to post online, authorities would retain a way of finding the true identity of users if necessary (for instance, if they harass others or otherwise violate the law).
Companies that fail to enforce the law could face fines of up to €500,000 (£430,000), or €1,000,000 (£860,000...