US social media legislation gains momentum as key Republican senator pledges support

Short summary

Senator Ted Cruz announced support for the Kids Online Safety Act on Tuesday, clearing a significant legislative hurdle. The bill mandates that social media companies exercise reasonable care when designing features, addressing documented harms to minors including eating disorders and depression. Companies will face new compliance requirements.

• •Ted Cruz supports Kids Online Safety Act
• •Bill requires social media feature design safeguards for minors
• •New compliance burden for social media platforms

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