IL HR0014

Urges Congress to pass federal legislation prohibiting parents from cyber-bullying their children on social media, consistent with First Amendment protections.

Defines prohibited parental behavior as posting messages or images on social media that intimidate, coerce, harass, or cause substantial emotional distress to their children.

Cites that four out of five children aged 2 to 17 in the United States live in homes with Internet access, making online safety a significant concern.

Notes that cyber-bullying by parents is associated with psychological harm including depression, negative academic impacts, and in extreme cases violence and suicide.

Directs that copies of the resolution be sent to all members of the Illinois Congressional delegation.