“The era of unfettered social experimentation on children is over and we will protect kids.”

California Assemblymember Jordan Cunningham, regarding his proposed bill that would allow parents to sue social media companies for harming their children who have become addicted to the platforms. Parents will be able to sue the companies for up to $25,000 per violation. The bill passed the Assembly on Monday, May 23. (Associated Press — May 24, 2022)