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This bill enacts the "Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for All Act," which establishes new requirements for social media platforms in New York State. The legislation mandates that addictive social media platforms provide users with specific settings to control their online experience, including the ability to turn off algorithmic recommendations, disable notifications (especially during late-night hours), stop autoplay features, and limit daily platform access. The bill defines key terms like "addictive feed" and "algorithmic recommendation," and prohibits platforms from using "dark patterns" - design techniques that intentionally make it difficult for users to exercise their chosen settings or manage their accounts. Platforms are required to present these settings clearly and accessibly, and cannot create obstacles that subvert user choice or autonomy. The Attorney General is granted enforcement authority, with the power to bring actions against violators, seek injunctions, obtain restitution, and impose civil penalties of up to $5,000 per violation. The law will take effect 180 days after the Attorney General develops implementing regulations, and it applies to platforms accessed by users in New York, with some specific exceptions and protections for existing child protection laws.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4506