{"id":9318,"date":"2026-01-21T12:54:25","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T17:54:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/chang\/?p=9318"},"modified":"2026-01-21T12:54:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T17:54:26","slug":"senate-democrats-call-for-improved-safety-measures-to-better-protect-michigan-kids-from-digital-dangers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/chang\/2026\/01\/21\/senate-democrats-call-for-improved-safety-measures-to-better-protect-michigan-kids-from-digital-dangers\/","title":{"rendered":"Senate Democrats Call for Improved Safety Measures to\u00a0Better\u00a0Protect Michigan Kids from Digital\u00a0Dangers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span><i data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">\u2018Kids Over Clicks\u2019 bill package would hold Big Tech accountable for unethical, predatory practices that exploit and jeopardize minors<br \/><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p><span><i data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><br \/><\/i><\/span>LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 21, 2026) \u2014 Today, Michigan Senate Democrats hosted a press conference to spread awareness on the\u00a0<u><a id=\"OWAcff00554-3733-2c1b-68b4-ee95e95390f6\" class=\"x_Hyperlink x_SCXW207620544 x_BCX0 x_OWAAutoLink\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/kidscodecoalition.org\/#:~:text=Download%20PDF-,The%20Problem,-Video%20Testimonials\" data-linkindex=\"1\" title=\"https:\/\/kidscodecoalition.org\/#:~:text=Download%20PDF-,The%20Problem,-Video%20Testimonials\">well-documented dangers<\/a><\/u>\u00a0of\u00a0unfettered\u00a0social media\u00a0and\u00a0Artificial\u00a0Intelligence (AI)\u00a0usage\u00a0on our youth\u00a0\u2014\u00a0and\u00a0their\u00a0<u><a id=\"OWAc61856eb-c24c-739d-fa33-712269158baa\" class=\"x_Hyperlink x_SCXW207620544 x_BCX0 x_OWAAutoLink\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2025\/12\/17\/social-media\/\" data-linkindex=\"2\" title=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2025\/12\/17\/social-media\/\">legislation\u00a0to\u00a0address it<\/a><\/u>. These commonsense safety standards would better protect our kids from data privacy concerns, rampant online targeting, and exploitation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBig Tech has deliberately designed its digital platforms to keep our kids scrolling nonstop, profiting off minors\u2019 social media addiction and private online data. This puts our youth in real danger, and as a new parent myself, I\u2019m committed to holding Big Tech accountable and ensuring our kids are better protected from these online threats,\u201d said Sen.\u00a0<b>Darrin Camilleri<\/b> (D-Trenton). \u201cMy bill would safeguard Michigan kids from Big Tech\u2019s unethical, profit-driven practices while also empowering parents with more control and transparency over their kids\u2019 online activity.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Known as the \u201cKids Over Clicks\u201d package,\u00a0<u><a id=\"OWAc782d762-f7f1-dcc4-7a6f-4837d311f8fe\" class=\"x_Hyperlink x_SCXW207620544 x_BCX0 x_OWAAutoLink\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0757\" data-linkindex=\"3\" title=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0757\">Senate Bills\u00a0757<\/a><\/u>&#8211;<u><a id=\"OWAa3d8649f-01be-b24d-1268-5b0796e7784a\" class=\"x_Hyperlink x_SCXW207620544 x_BCX0 x_OWAAutoLink\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0760\" data-linkindex=\"4\" title=\"https:\/\/legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0760\">760<\/a><\/u> would hold Big Tech companies accountable for unethical practices that prey on vulnerable users, particularly our youth, all in the name of profit. These bills \u2014 crafted in tandem with industry experts, advocates, and parents \u2014 would address emerging risks associated with AI and social media usage while also empowering Michigan parents with more autonomy and transparency over their kids\u2019 digital activity.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt the end of the day, every parent wants the same thing: to know their kids are safe, happy, and healthy. But in today\u2019s increasing digital world, Big Tech\u2019s exploitative practices are making that harder than ever,\u201d said Sen.\u00a0<b>Kevin Hertel\u00a0<\/b>(D-St. Clair Shores). \u201cAs both a parent and a legislator, I refuse to raise my children in a world where Big Tech profits at their expense and the expense of their classmates. That\u2019s why I introduced the Kids Code Act. This legislation would put parents back in the driver\u2019s seat \u2014 giving them the power to protect their kids online, just as they do in the real world.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) For Kids Act (<u><a id=\"OWAd3225de9-ccb2-062f-83dd-a06a822cda27\" class=\"x_Hyperlink x_SCXW207620544 x_BCX0 x_OWAAutoLink\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0757\" data-linkindex=\"5\" title=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0757\">Senate Bill\u00a0757<\/a><\/u>) would prohibit social media platforms from providing addictive, personal data-driven feeds to minors unless parental consent is given.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is our job, as both parents and lawmakers, to protect our kids from imminent danger,\u201d said Sen.\u00a0<b>Stephanie<\/b>\u00a0<b>Chang\u00a0<\/b>(D-Detroit). \u201cAs social media and AI platforms continue to grow and advance, we must be proactive in regulating these exploitative and often dangerous online spaces that do not care about the well-being of its youngest users. We must ensure our kids are not taken advantage of for profit and empower parents with the agency to monitor the safety and privacy of their families.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Kids Code Act (<u><a id=\"OWA96c6172a-bcf5-b551-648f-66afd1d16ac4\" class=\"x_Hyperlink x_SCXW207620544 x_BCX0 x_OWAAutoLink\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0758\" data-linkindex=\"6\" title=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0758\">Senate Bills 758<\/a><\/u>&#8211;<u><a id=\"OWAb9d42394-f12d-decb-3cff-7c0652cbdcfc\" class=\"x_Hyperlink x_SCXW207620544 x_BCX0 x_OWAAutoLink\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0759\" data-linkindex=\"7\" title=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0759\">759<\/a><\/u>) would mandate stricter data privacy and safety settings for minors on digital platforms while also giving parents more control over their children\u2019s online accounts.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs a former high school teacher, I know firsthand just how much our kids are online and how much unfettered digital activity inhibits their ability to learn, socialize with one another, and live a healthy, balanced lifestyle. And as a legislator, I\u2019ve also seen how unregulated AI companion chatbots have inflicted real-life harm to kids across the nation,\u201d said Sen.\u00a0<b>Dayna<\/b>\u00a0<b>Polehanki\u00a0<\/b>(D-Livonia). \u201cThat\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to have championed Senate Bill 760, which is a commonsense safety guardrail that would better protect our youth from the emerging risks of dangerous AI chatbots, demonstrating our continued commitment to the safety and well-being of Michigan kids.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Leading Ethical AI Development (LEAD) for Kids Act (<u><a id=\"OWAe04fb503-8466-3776-fa32-c0362b785bd6\" class=\"x_Hyperlink x_SCXW207620544 x_BCX0 x_OWAAutoLink\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0760\" data-linkindex=\"8\" title=\"https:\/\/legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0760\">Senate Bill 760<\/a><\/u>) would ensure that dangerous AI companion chatbots are inaccessible to children, including those that have the capability to encourage self-harming behaviors, illegal activities, sexually explicit interactions, etc.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;As I travel across Michigan and have conversations with parents on how our kids can stay safe while using social media, they overwhelmingly say they want Big Tech billionaires to stop exploiting our children for data points and profits,\u201d said\u00a0<b>Alisha Meneely<\/b>, Vice President of Government and Community Affairs for Unspam, a Michigan Kids Code Coalition partner. \u201cMichigan families demand protections that hold Big Tech accountable, by reining in predatory practices that turn kids into social media addicts and expose them to all kinds of risks every time they get online. This legislation is about putting our children\u2019s safety ahead of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg\u2019s massive profits.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMake no mistake: harassment, bullying, extortion, and other dangerous behaviors online are the result of algorithms that social media companies use to feed kids content every second of every day that keeps them hooked. TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and other platforms all make their money from clicks \u2014 and right now, our kids are giving them those clicks,\u201d said\u00a0<b>Jennifer\u00a0Tuksal<\/b>, a member of the Michigan Parent Alliance for Safe Schools. \u201cAs parents and families, we urge the Michigan Legislature to pass Kids Over Clicks without delay and make Big Tech billionaires do what they can and should do but simply refuse to do because they\u2019re more concerned about profits than our children\u2019s safety.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Senate Bills 757-760 have been referred to the Senate Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection Committee, where they await further review.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" style=\"text-align: center;\">###<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u2018Kids Over Clicks\u2019 bill package would hold Big Tech accountable for unethical, predatory practices that exploit and jeopardize minors LANSING, Mich. 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