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Attorneys General Push for Stronger Child Online Safety Laws

11/8/2025

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Tech Companies Act

In Tennessee, digital safety risks rise as children use smartphones and tablets; by age eight, 25% own a smartphone and average over two hours daily.
The App Store Accountability Act would require Apple and Google to verify users’ ages before app downloads.
44 attorneys general urge tech companies to prioritize child safety amid concerns about AI chatbots misleading children.
Sammy’s Law would empower parents to monitor their children’s online activity.

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Critics Challenge Censorship

The UK Online Safety Act, enacted in July 2025, is criticized for enabling censorship under the guise of child protection and expanding surveillance.
Critics say the law restricts access to vital information, including content related to Gaza.
The act's age-verification requirements could expose users to data breaches, threatening privacy and security.
Similar legislation is emerging in France and Germany.
Advocates for digital safety say true protection requires education and accountability.

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Tech Companies Act

In Tennessee, digital safety risks rise as children use smartphones and tablets; by age eight, 25% own a smartphone and average over two hours daily.
The App Store Accountability Act would require Apple and Google to verify users’ ages before app downloads.
44 attorneys general urge tech companies to prioritize child safety amid concerns about AI chatbots misleading children.
Sammy’s Law would empower parents to monitor their children’s online activity.

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