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Congress lags on kids’ social media protections
Congress has not yet agreed on social media safety regulations for children, despite other countries implementing bans for teenagers under 16. The Senate passed the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) in 2024, but the House version lacks a 'duty of care' provision, leading to uncertainty in final legislation. Legal challenges and enforcement difficulties, such as age verification bypasses, remain significant obstacles.
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