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Legislation on Social Media Regulation

Updated 2026-08-04 19:25 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz) is introducing a bill requiring social media firms to obtain parental consent for users under 16, marking the most significant requirement on such platforms in the U.S.

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The Hill
Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz) is introducing legislation Tuesday mandating social media platforms receive parental permission before children under 16 can create and keep accounts on the applications. The measure would be the most significant requirement on social media companies operating in the U.S.
2026-08-04 18:54 UTC
Variety
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2026-08-04 19:00 UTC
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