US House Committee Strikes Bipartisan Deal On Youth Social Media Rules

U.S. lawmakers have reached a bipartisan agreement on new legislation aimed at regulating social media platforms used by children and teenagers. The proposal focuses on introducing safeguards and parental tools to improve online safety, marking a major step in the long-running debate over Big Tech accountability and youth protection. However, the deal stops short of including a “duty of care” provision, a key demand from some lawmakers and child safety advocates. The agreement is expected to face further debate as it moves through Congress, with tech companies and policymakers closely watching its next stages.