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Chatbot risks prompt expansion of Kids Code bills
The coalition behind a multi-year push for state Kids Code laws to protect youth online is expanding its model bill for 2026 to include chatbot protections, as concern grows that they are not safe for young people.
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Social media must warn users of ‘profound’ health risks under new California law
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday signed a law mandating health warning labels for social media, making California the latest U.S. state to wield a rule originally designed to curb tobacco addiction as a digital safety feature.
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California Social Media Warning Label Bill Heads to Governor
Social media platforms would be required to warn users about the mental health risks of using the technology under legislation cleared Friday by the California legislature.
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Tobacco-style warning labels for social media move closer to California law
California lawmakers voted Friday to mandate health warning labels for social media, teeing up Gov. Gavin Newsom to make a final decision on the novel idea aimed at safeguarding kids’ mental well-being.
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California Weighs Social Media Warning Labels Amid Mental Health, Misinformation Concerns
California may soon become the first state in the nation to require warning labels on social media platforms. The proposal would place notices similar to tobacco labels on apps like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, cautioning users about risks such as misinformation, addiction, and mental health impacts. The effort is intended to promote safer online experiences…