Warning Labels
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Bill to add social media warning labels advances to Texas Senate
Last week, the Texas House passed a bill that would require social media platforms to have warning labels as a tool to address the youth mental health crisis. The bill is now expected to receive support from the more conservative Texas Senate.
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Concerns rise over social media’s impact on youth mental health
As social media usage continues to grow, so do concerns about its impact on youth mental health. The Kids Code Coalition held a press call this morning to address the digital risks facing young people.
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California lawmakers push to have warning labels on social media
From California to Texas and New York, there’s a growing movement among local lawmakers to put warning labels on social media. Specifically, warning teenagers about the possible mental health side effects of social media platforms.
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Texas lawmakers take on youth online safety
“Parents and kids deserve to know that there’s more evidence every day about serious risks social media use poses to kids’ health and wellbeing. That’s why it’s so encouraging to see momentum building in Texas, as well as across the country, to make social media warning labels a reality so kids, parents, and families can…
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Kids Code Coalition Applauds Texas House Passage of Social Media Warning Labels Bill
The Kids Code Coalition applauds the Texas House’s consideration and passage this week of Rep. Mary Gonzalez’s warning labels bill HB 499, which now heads to the Texas Senate after a bipartisan third reading vote of 98-46.