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Study on Screen Addiction's Impact on Young Men's Well-being

This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct a major study on how excessive screen use affects young men aged 12-25. The goal is to understand the mental, social, and developmental consequences of screen addiction, including its links to depression, anxiety, and social withdrawal, to better inform future actions.
Key points
A comprehensive study will investigate the effects of screen addiction on young men aged 12 to 25.
The study will examine links between screen use and mental health issues, social skills, and academic performance.
Findings will be reported to Congress and made public to help address the impacts of digital dependency.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6679
Sponsor: Rep. Vindman, Eugene Simon [D-VA-7]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tech Wellness for Young Men Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6679.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A comprehensive study will investigate the effects of screen addiction on young men aged 12 to 25.
  • The study will examine links between screen use and mental health issues, social skills, and academic performance.
  • Findings will be reported to Congress and made public to help address the impacts of digital dependency.
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. Vindman, Eugene Simon [D-VA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-11.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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