Over 30 State Leaders Call On Congress To Approve Kids Online Safety Act

The letter said many social media platforms target minors, resulting in a national youth mental health catastrophe.

32 state attorney generals are calling on Congress to pass the Kids Online Safety Act this year.

In a letter sent to leadership offices in the House and Senate, attorneys general expressed concerns regarding the negative impacts internet usage has on children.

The letter said many social media platforms target minors, resulting in a national youth mental health catastrophe.

It continued to say the platforms make their products addictive to minor users while failing to disclose the addictive nature of their products.

The letter also said the platforms fail to address the harm associated with increased social media use.

The legislation aims to mandate social media platforms have the strongest safety settings by default. It also would give parents controls.