S 7662 — Establishes A Statewide Youth Mental Health And Social Media Campaign To Promote Public Awareness Of The Impacts Of Social Media Usage On Mental Health
S 7662 establishes a statewide youth mental health and social media campaign in New York to raise public awareness about the mental health impacts of social media usage. The bill aims to address concerns about the effects of social media on youth mental health by promoting awareness and education. It falls under the jurisdiction of the New York State Senate and is currently under review. The bill was referred to the Health Committee on January 3, 2024.
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