Senate Passes Landmark Bills to Enhance Online Safety for Children

The Kids Online Safety Act and COPPA 2.0 aim to protect minors from harmful content and enhance privacy protections.

The Senate approved the bills with a 91-3 vote, highlighting strong bipartisan support.
KOSA mandates social media platforms to implement safety measures and default to the safest settings for minors.
COPPA 2.0 updates privacy laws, extending protections to minors up to age 17 and banning targeted advertising.
Critics argue the bills could lead to over-censorship and potential misuse for political purposes.
The House of Representatives and President Biden's approval are the next steps for the bills to become law.