HB 1570 — Mississippi Social Media Literacy and Online Safety Act
HB 1570, titled the Mississippi Social Media Literacy and Online Safety Act, aimed to establish a social media literacy program for minors and promote online safety. The bill sought to address risks associated with minors' use of social media platforms, including exposure to harmful content and addictive design features. It was introduced under the 2026 legislative session but was ultimately rejected after dying in committee.
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