S 4505 — Relates to warning labels on certain social media platforms
This bill proposes the requirement for warning labels on certain social media platforms. The intent is to inform users about potential risks associated with platform use, particularly focusing on mental health and addictive design features. The bill is part of New York's legislative session for 2025-2026 and has received an approval memo as of December 19, 2025.
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