S 2917
Federal Big Tech Tort Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Federal Big Tech Tort Act, creates a legal pathway for children under 16 to sue social media companies if they experience bodily injury or mental health harm as a result of using the company’s online platforms. It defines ‘covered interactive computer service’ and ‘social media company,’ establishing liability for companies when harm is linked to a child’s use of their service. The bill allows for compensatory damages, including revenue-based calculations, punitive damages, and attorney’s fees, but includes an affirmative defense for companies demonstrating they took reasonable steps to verify user age.
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