New York – In a dire call for action, New York Attorney General Letitia James has joined forces with a bipartisan coalition of 39 other state attorneys general to demand Congress adopt the Senate’s version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), S. 1748, rather than the House’s H.R. 6484.
Attorney General James and her colleagues argue that the House bill contains preemptive language that could undermine existing state laws designed to safeguard children, such as New York’s SAFE for Kids Act.
‘Our young people continue to suffer due to harmful social media features,’ said Attorney General James. ‘New York and other states have led the charge in enacting strong legislation to keep kids safe online. That’s why we’re urging Congress to pass the Senate version of KOSA.’
The House bill, according to the coalition, is particularly concerning as it would limit state authority to address evolving online threats. Social media platforms’ intentional design for addiction has been linked to worsened mental health in young users, yet these companies have shown little regard for their impact.
Attorney General James and her allies propose that the Senate version of KOSA is essential due to its preservation of state authority, social media company liability, and expanded definition of online harms. This includes protecting children from suicide, eating disorders, compulsive use, and financial harm.
The coalition stands united, with support from a diverse group of states including Arizona, California, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, and more. Together, they aim to create a safer online environment for children across the nation.
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Agency: NY AG
- Category: Public Corruption|Cybercrime|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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