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New York Mandates Mental-Health Warnings on ‘Addictive’ Social Media Features

State enforcement will come through the attorney general with fines reaching $5,000 per violation.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (pictured) attends a press conference with outgoing New York City Mayor Eric Adams as they announced groundbreaking for Hunter College Jobs and Education Hub, New York, NY, December 23, 2025. The two politicians spoke of their accomplishments during Adams administration regarding housing, jobs and tax relief for New Yorkers. (Photo by Anthony Behar/SipaUSA)(Sipa via AP Images)
A person uses a smartphone in Manhattan, New York City, U.S., February 11, 2022. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly
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Overview

  • The law covers infinite scroll, auto-play, algorithm-driven feeds and other “addictive feeds” used by platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and YouTube.
  • Labels must appear to users in New York when those features are engaged, with the policy aimed at protecting children and teens.
  • Jurisdiction is limited to conduct occurring partly or wholly in New York and does not extend to users physically outside the state.
  • Governor Kathy Hochul compared the required notices to consumer warnings on products like tobacco and plastic packaging that flag health risks.
  • The action tracks a wider policy push, including Australia’s recent under‑16 limits and measures in California and Minnesota, while TikTok, Snap, Meta and Alphabet did not immediately comment.