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This bill, known as the "Stop the Scroll Act," aims to require social media and anonymous content sharing platforms to display mental health warning labels to users in the United States. The bill mandates that every time a user accesses a covered platform, a warning label must be clearly shown that highlights potential negative mental health impacts and provides access to resources like the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. The warning label must reappear after each hour of continuous platform use and cannot be permanently disabled. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in collaboration with the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Surgeon General, will develop specific regulations for these warning labels within 180 days of the act's enactment. The bill defines covered platforms as social media sites and anonymous content sharing platforms, and it establishes enforcement mechanisms for non-compliance, including potential civil penalties. Violations will be treated as unfair or deceptive practices, and both the FTC and state attorneys general can take legal action against platform providers who do not adhere to the warning label requirements. The act is intended to raise awareness about the potential mental health risks associated with social media use, particularly for young users, and provide transparent information to help individuals make more informed decisions about their digital engagement.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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