California lawmakers approved AB 1709, a bill that would effectively bar under-16 users from social platforms that use recommendation feeds and engagement signals like follows or likes. EFF is asking Governor Newsom to reject the measure, arguing it would cut young people off from protected speech and supportive online communities while creating privacy problems, likely through age-verification requirements. The group also points to research suggesting such bans don't improve youth wellbeing.
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