H 5209 — South Carolina Social Media Regulation Act
H 5209, known as the South Carolina Social Media Regulation Act, proposes regulations for social media platforms to address risks to minors and mental health. The bill, introduced in the 2025-2026 session, aims to establish safeguards for children on social media platforms and mitigate harms associated with addictive design and algorithmic feeds. It was referred to the Committee on Judiciary on February 18, 2026, and remains under review.
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