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Kids Online Safety: New Standards and Tools for Parents.

This Act establishes the Kids Internet Safety Partnership to identify online risks and benefits for minors under 18. The Partnership will develop and publish recommendations for best practices for online platforms to ensure a safer digital environment for children. Citizens, especially parents, will benefit from public reports detailing the effectiveness of safety and privacy tools offered by online services.
Key points
Establishment of a federal expert group to study the risks and benefits associated with children's use of websites and applications.
Online platforms will receive guidelines for implementing better parental tools (e.g., time limits, purchase restrictions, privacy settings).
Recommendations will focus on limiting design features that encourage excessive use by minors (e.g., infinite scrolling, auto-play, reward systems).
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6437
Sponsor: Rep. Fry, Russell [R-SC-7]
Process start date: 2025-12-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Kids Internet Safety Partnership Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6437.

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 2025-12-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a federal expert group to study the risks and benefits associated with children's use of websites and applications.
  • Online platforms will receive guidelines for implementing better parental tools (e.g., time limits, purchase restrictions, privacy settings).
  • Recommendations will focus on limiting design features that encourage excessive use by minors (e.g., infinite scrolling, auto-play, reward systems).
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. Fry, Russell [R-SC-7].

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 2025-12-23.

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Family Informatization Security