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Safe Social Media: Study on Teen Use Impact

This new act requires the Federal Trade Commission to conduct a study on social media use by individuals under 18. The goal is to understand how platforms collect and use teen data, their usage frequency, and the impact on mental health and potential harm. The study's findings will inform future decisions regarding online safety for young people.
Key points
The Federal Trade Commission will study what personal information of teenagers is collected by social media and how it's used by algorithms.
The study will assess how often teenagers use social media and its impact on mental health and potential harmful effects.
A report with the study's findings, including policy recommendations, will be submitted to Congress within one year.
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Additional Information
Safe Social Media Act
Print number: HR 4826
Sponsor: Rep. Bentz, Cliff [R-OR-2]
Process start date: 2023-07-24
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Key Questions about Safe Social Media: Study on Teen Use Impact

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4826.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Federal Trade Commission will study what personal information of teenagers is collected by social media and how it's used by algorithms.
  • The study will assess how often teenagers use social media and its impact on mental health and potential harmful effects.
  • A report with the study's findings, including policy recommendations, will be submitted to Congress within one year.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bentz, Cliff [R-OR-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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