A Resolution designating the week of August 17 through 23, 2025, as "Social Media Safety and Parental Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.

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Overview

This resolution designates the week of August 17-23, 2025, as "Social Media Safety and Parental Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. It highlights the growing problem of sextortion, particularly involving AI-generated content and deepfakes, and the increasing exposure of minors to online risks at younger ages. The resolution aims to raise awareness among parents, schools, and law enforcement regarding these dangers and encourages educational efforts to protect young people.

Key provisions

Designates August 17-23, 2025, as "Social Media Safety and Parental Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.
Recognizes the rise of sextortion, including AI-generated content and deepfakes.
Notes the increasing prevalence of minors using social media at younger ages.
Highlights the low reporting rates of sextortion incidents to law enforcement.
Encourages educational programming and public awareness efforts related to online safety.

Who is affected

Parents
Children and Teens
Schools
Law Enforcement
Pennsylvania Residents

Notable changes

The resolution specifically addresses the increasing use of AI in sextortion schemes.
It emphasizes the need for increased awareness of online exploitation among minors.
It calls for greater engagement in educational programming and public awareness campaigns.