hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Bans under-13 accounts, limits personalized feeds for under-17, blocks school access.
Rep. Luna (R-FL) and Rep. Schrier (D-WA) introduced it.
Referred to House Energy and Commerce Committee.
This bill has two main parts. First, social media platforms cannot let kids under 13 have accounts and must delete existing ones. For teens 13-16, platforms cannot use their personal data to recommend content, except basic info like device type or city. Second, schools getting E-Rate internet discounts must block social media on school devices. The bill was introduced in February 2026 and is waiting for a committee hearing.
Introduced Feb 9, 2026
This bill is under review by a committee. The committee holds hearings, gathers testimony from experts and stakeholders, and may propose amendments. If the committee votes to advance it, the bill moves to the full chamber for debate and a vote.
Under 13s are banned from having accounts on platforms that primarily feature user-generated content and rely on ad revenue. Existing accounts must be deleted, and personal data erased. Teens aged 13-16 won't get recommended content based on their data; instead, they can only see content they deliberately search for or subscribe to, in chronological order. Schools that receive E-Rate subsidies must install filters to block social media; if they don't, they could lose funding.
Supporters Say
Supporters say the bill protects children from harmful content and data exploitation by tech companies.
Critics Say
Critics argue it infringes on teens' free speech and could violate privacy by forcing platforms to collect age data.
Supporters point to studies linking social media to teen mental health issues and argue that companies shouldn't profit from kids' data. Critics worry that age verification might require collecting sensitive information, and that banning recommendation systems could limit teens' access to diverse viewpoints or educational content. Some also note that the bill exempts certain platforms like video games and email, so enforcement gaps may remain.