Representative Anna Paulina Luna has introduced legislation that would prohibit children under 13 from accessing social media platforms and restrict the use of personalized algorithmic feeds for users under age 17, according to House records.
- The bill, H.R. 7399, was introduced in the House on February 5, 2026.
- It would bar individuals under age 13 from accessing social media platforms.
- The legislation would prohibit the use of personalized or algorithmic recommendation systems for users under age 17.
- The bill also includes provisions aimed at limiting social media use in schools.
- On February 5, 2026, the legislation was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Corporate lobbying disclosures from publicly traded companies show that tens of millions of dollars have been spent over the past year on federal lobbying tied to technology policy, data privacy, online platforms, and digital advertising—issue areas directly relevant to the bill.
- Among the most active spenders on these issues over the last year were major social media and technology firms, including Meta Platforms, Alphabet, and Snap.
Relevant Companies
- Meta Platforms, Inc. ($META) — Operates social media platforms reliant on personalized recommendation algorithms.
- Alphabet Inc. ($GOOGL) — Owns YouTube and other platforms that use algorithmic content delivery and are widely used by minors.
- Snap Inc. ($SNAP) — Operates a social media platform with a significant under-18 user base.
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