Massachusetts S51 mandates social media platforms to report on algorithm-driven harms to children.

Massachusetts S51 establishes an Office of Social Media Transparency and Accountability, overseen by the Attorney General, to oversee social media platforms. These platforms must submit annual reports detailing their efforts to mitigate algorithm-driven harms to children, including mental health issues, addiction-like behaviors, and exposure to harmful content. The bill also requires platforms to register annually, pay a fee, and submit transparency reports.

Massachusetts S51 mandates social media platforms to report on algorithm-driven harms to children.

Massachusetts S51 establishes an Office of Social Media Transparency and Accountability, overseen by the Attorney General, to oversee social media platforms. These platforms must submit annual reports detailing their efforts to mitigate algorithm-driven harms to children, including mental health issues, addiction-like behaviors, and exposure to harmful content. The bill also requires platforms to register annually, pay a fee, and submit transparency reports.