"Every parent knows the harm social media addiction can inflict on their children - isolation from human contact, stress and anxiety, and endless hours wasted late into the night," Newsom said. "With this bill, California is helping protect children and teenagers from purposely designed features that feed these destructive habits."
Governor Newsom's historic move through Senate Bill 976 signifies a proactive approach to limiting social media's grip on the younger generation, reflecting growing concerns over mental health issues.
The legislation, endorsed by various advocacy groups, aims to restrict addictive content for minors, despite facing opposition from major civil liberties organizations and tech industry giants.
Opponents, including the California Chamber of Commerce, argue the bill "unconstitutionally burdens" access to lawful content, raising concerns about potential legal battles between the state and social media platforms.
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