Kids Off Social Media Act
Sen. Schatz and Sen. Cruz Push Bipartisan Bill to Ban Kids Under 13 From Social Media
The Kids Off Social Media Act has been approved by the Senate committee and is now waiting for a full vote by the Senate. It is currently placed on the legislative calendar and is actively moving forward. There are no further committee actions needed before the Senate can consider the bill.
Legislative Progress
This bill has rare and strong support from both Democrats and Republicans in the Senate. While tech companies may lobby against it, the high number of sponsors from both parties gives it a strong chance of passing.
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Small businesses that rely on social media platforms to reach younger audiences (such as youth-focused brands, content creators, or educational services) could see reduced engagement from users under 17 due to the ban on personalized recommendations. However, most small businesses primarily target adult consumers and would see little direct effect.
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 108.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-33.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Senators revive bill to ban kids under 13 from social media
Sens. Brian Schatz and Ted Cruz reintroduced the Kids Off Social Media Act (KOSMA), which would ban children under 13 from platforms and prohibit algorithmic recommendations for teens. The bill also requires schools to block social media on their networks to remain eligible for federal subsidies.
Senate bill to keep kids off social media advances
The Senate Commerce Committee approved the Kids Off Social Media Act by voice vote. The bipartisan measure, led by Sens. Ted Cruz and Brian Schatz, would prohibit children under 13 from creating accounts and task the FTC and state attorneys general with enforcing algorithmic restrictions for teens.
'We may start from scratch': Lawmakers consider policy options for protecting kids from social media
The Kids Off Social Media Act (KOSMA) adds an outright ban for children under 13, going further than previous legislation. While it has Senate momentum, some House Republicans remain concerned about potential free speech infringements and the bill's impact on digital autonomy.
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Kids Off Social Media Act
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