House passes bipartisan kids online safety bill despite civil liberties and tech industry warnings

Washington Times—The House of Representatives passed a bipartisan package of online child safety legislation, clearing a significant hurdle toward becoming law. The bills drew opposition from digital rights organizations and technology groups who warned the measures could undermine encryption and restrict lawful speech. Supporters argued the legislation is long overdue given the documented harms social media platforms pose to minors. The package now heads to the Senate, where its path is less certain and additional debate over free speech implications is expected.

• Washington Times — The House passage sets up a likely contentious battle with the Senate over final language.
• Newsmax — House of Representatives passes bipartisan online child safety legislation
• NBC News — Politics — Digital rights groups and tech companies lobbied against the package before passage.
• The Hill — Civil liberties watchdogs warned the bills could have unintended consequences for online privacy.