House Committee Faces Pressure Over Controversial KOSA and COPPA 2.0 Bills

Lawmakers and parents push for children's online safety legislation amid concerns over free speech and privacy rights.

• The House Energy & Commerce Committee is set to mark up KOSA and COPPA 2.0, with significant amendments proposed.
• KOSA and COPPA 2.0 aim to increase digital safety for children but face criticism for potential overreach and censorship issues.
• Senators and parents are urging the House to pass these bills, citing tragic cases linked to social media harms.
• Critics argue the bills could lead to abuse, especially targeting LGBTQ+ content, and infringe on privacy and free speech rights.
• Advocacy groups are actively lobbying in Washington, emphasizing the urgent need for legislative action to protect children online.

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