Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes lawsuits against addictive social media platforms

Highlights:

• Specifies dangers of social media addiction (Page 1-3)

• Specifies Act application to business entities grossing at least $100 million (Page 4)

• Establishes platform duty to not addict child users (Page 5)

• Authorizes actions (lawsuits) for injuries to child users (Page 5)

• Requires at least $1,000 in damages per member in class action (Page 5)

• Limits civil penalties to under $25,000 per violation (Page 5)

• Increases penalties for knowing, willful violations of Act (Page 5)

• Establishes platform liability for child suicides, mental illnesses, eating disorders, emotional distress, physical and mental health costs (Page 5)

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