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Meta Reaches $17B Child-Safety Settlement With 48 States

9/1/2026

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Meta agreed to a $17 billion settlement with U.S. states over child-safety concerns.
The settlement covers 48 states, D.C., and U.S. territories.
Minors may use Facebook and Instagram up to two hours daily, blocked midnight-to-6 a.m.
Meta must use AI and ID checks for age-assurance, delete IDs within 30 days, with independent auditor oversight.
New Jersey and California AGs praised the deal but urged further action.

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Meta agreed to a $17 billion settlement with U.S. states over child-safety concerns.
The settlement covers 48 states, D.C., and U.S. territories.
Minors may use Facebook and Instagram up to two hours daily, blocked midnight-to-6 a.m.
Meta must use AI and ID checks for age-assurance, delete IDs within 30 days, with independent auditor oversight.
New Jersey and California AGs praised the deal but urged further action.