Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act
Coverage of Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act in the Nexus archive.
- Congress can take a critical step to protect kids on the internet
Congress is advancing bipartisan legislation to protect children online, with the House passing the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act in June 2024 and the Senate preparing to debate the stronger Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). The article highlights resistance from Big Tech, which has sued states like Minnesota over similar laws and promotes voluntary safety standards as ineffective solutions.
- House passes kids online safety package despite watchdog pushback
The House passed a package of kids online safety bills, including the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), marking its first passage through the lower chamber. The legislation, known as the Kids Internet and Digital Safety (KIDS) Act, passed with a 267-117 vote despite opposition from watchdog groups.