Bill > H1986

This bill establishes a special commission to investigate the risks of social media to children's mental health, recommend a legal framework for the Commonwealth to promote safe social media use, identify best practices for social media platforms to safeguard children's mental health, and develop guidelines for safe social media use. The commission will consist of various state officials, representatives from healthcare, education, and advocacy organizations, as well as experts in fields such as artificial intelligence, addiction, and social media auditing. The commission is tasked with studying the effects of social media on children's mental health, developing criteria for independent algorithm audits of social media platforms, identifying best practices for platforms to promote child health and safety, and making recommendations to encourage the safe use of social media by children. The commission must submit a detailed report with its findings and recommendations by December 31, 2024.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1986