NJ SR75

Urges Congress and the President to enact the federal "Kids Online Safety Act," which would promote data safety, prevent addictive behavior patterns, expand parental controls, and require social media platforms to block harmful content for minors

Cites CDC statistics showing 36.7% of adolescents aged 12-17 report feeling sad or hopeless, 18.8% have seriously considered suicide, and 15.7% have developed a suicide plan

Notes that 95% of teenagers use social media and 35% self-identify as frequent users, while tween screen use increased 17% from 2019 to 2021

References research linking increased social media use to higher rates of depression, anxiety, and body dysmorphia among minors, particularly adolescent girls

Directs copies of the resolution be sent to the President, congressional leadership, and all New Jersey members of Congress