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Contact Congress about S. 278: Kids Off Social Media Act

Kids under 13 could not have accounts on covered social media sites when the site knows their age. Teens under 17 would get less data-driven content, and many schools would have to block student access to social media.

Modern Action explains legislation in plain English, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.

Kids Off Social Media Act is a Senate bill waiting for floor action. The latest recorded action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 108.

Latest action on S. 278: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 108.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects children, teens, parents, social media companies, and schools. Children under 13 could lose access to covered social media accounts. Teens under 17 could see fewer recommendations based on their personal data. Schools that use E-Rate internet discounts would need stronger blocking and reporting systems. Platforms would need to change account, data, and feed systems to follow the law.

Why this matters: This bill could change how young people use social media every day. Younger children could be removed from covered platforms when their age is known. Teens could get feeds that rely less on their personal data. Schools could also become places where student access to social media is blocked on school systems, with their internet safety rules posted for the public to see.

Key provisions in S. 278

  • Social media platforms could not let children under 13 create or keep accounts when the platform knows their age. The platform must close those known under-13 accounts.
  • After closing a child's account, the platform must quickly delete the child's personal data. For 90 days, it must give the user a readable, portable copy on request when that is technically possible and licenses allow it.
  • Platforms could not use most personal data to personalize recommendations for known users under 17. They could still use limited details, such as device type, language, city or town, and age.
  • The bill does not force platforms to check ages or collect new age data. If a platform collects extra data to follow the law, it may use that data only for compliance and keep it only as long as minimally needed.
  • Breaking the Act counts as an unfair or deceptive practice under the Federal Trade Commission Act. That lets the Federal Trade Commission use its usual enforcement tools and penalties.

How Modern Action helps you take action on S. 278

You do not have to start with a blank letter. Modern Action turns the bill, your position, and the relevant congressional context into a message you can edit and send. The goal is to make contacting Congress clear, specific, and useful without forcing you to parse bill text or figure out the right office on your own.

Questions people ask about S. 278

What is S. 278?
Kids under 13 could not have accounts on covered social media sites when the site knows their age. Teens under 17 would get less data-driven content, and many schools would have to block student access to social media.
How do I support or oppose S. 278?
Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
Who should I contact about S. 278?
Modern Action uses your location to route the action to the congressional offices relevant to the bill and your representation.
Can Modern Action explain S. 278 before I act?
Yes. Modern Action gives you a plain-English summary, current status, and action context before you send anything.

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