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NJ S3608
NJ S3608Prohibits social media platforms from using certain practices or features that cause child users to become addicted to platform.
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibits social media platforms from using certain practices or features that cause child users to become addicted to platform.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits social media platforms from using certain practices or features that cause child users to become addicted to the platform. It defines key terms like "addict," "addiction," "child user," and "social media platform." The bill provides an exception if the platform demonstrates it has an audit program to identify and correct addictive practices, is a small business under $100 million in annual revenue, or is primarily for video game play. The bill also limits the platform's liability for user-generated content or other protected activities. Violations can result in civil penalties up to $250,000 per violation.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Hearing (13:00:00 12/14/2023 Committee Room 6, First Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ) (on 12/14/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S3608 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S4000/3608_I1.HTM |
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