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Child Online Safety: Parental Control and Data Protection on Social Media.

This law aims to enhance child safety on large social media platforms. Parents or guardians will be able to use specialized software to manage their children's accounts, protecting them from online harms. Platforms must provide tools for this control, and third-party safety software providers will be strictly regulated.
Key points
Parents and guardians will gain the ability to manage children's social media accounts using third-party safety software.
Large social media platforms (over 100 million users or $1 billion revenue) must provide tools for integration with safety software.
Third-party safety software providers must register with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and undergo regular security audits.
Children's data obtained by safety software can only be disclosed in specific cases, such as protecting a child from serious harm.
The law establishes a single national standard, preventing individual states from creating their own separate regulations on this matter.
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Introduced
Citizen Poll
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2657
Sponsor: Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25]
Process start date: 2025-04-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sammy’s Law

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2657.

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 2025-04-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Parents and guardians will gain the ability to manage children's social media accounts using third-party safety software.
  • Large social media platforms (over 100 million users or $1 billion revenue) must provide tools for integration with safety software.
  • Third-party safety software providers must register with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and undergo regular security audits.
  • Children's data obtained by safety software can only be disclosed in specific cases, such as protecting a child from serious harm.
  • The law establishes a single national standard, preventing individual states from creating their own separate regulations on this matter.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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Family Media and Culture Security