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KIDS Act

12/31/2022, 5:36 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5439

The KIDS Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 5439, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to child welfare and protection.

The KIDS Act aims to improve the foster care system by providing additional resources and support for children in foster care. It also seeks to strengthen the oversight and accountability of child welfare agencies to ensure that children are receiving the care and services they need.

Additionally, the KIDS Act includes provisions to address the issue of child trafficking and exploitation. It aims to increase efforts to prevent and combat these crimes, as well as provide support for victims. Overall, the KIDS Act is focused on improving the well-being and safety of children in the United States. It is a bipartisan effort to address important issues related to child welfare and protection.

Congressional Summary of HR 5439

Kids Internet Design and Safety Act or the KIDS Act

This bill prohibits operators of commercial online platforms that are directed to children from engaging in certain practices, including implementing features that encourage additional engagement with the platform, promoting certain types of content, and using certain advertising methods.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5439

Bill HR 5439 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 30, 2021. Bill HR 5439 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 30, 2021.  Bill HR 5439's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce. as of October 1, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5439

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
20
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5439

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

- Accounting and auditing
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Advisory bodies
- Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies
- Child safety and welfare
- Civil actions and liability
- Computers and information technology
- Congressional oversight
- Consumer affairs
- Digital media
- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
- Educational technology and distance education
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
- Gambling
- Government information and archives
- Government lending and loan guarantees
- Government studies and investigations
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Marketing and advertising
- Right of privacy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5439

To keep children safe and protect their interests on the internet, and for other purposes.
KIDS Act
KIDS Act
Kids Internet Design and Safety Act

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5439

Kathy Castor
Kathy Castor
FloridaDemocrat
Jennifer Wexton
Jennifer Wexton
VirginiaDemocrat
Lori Trahan
Lori Trahan
MassachusettsDemocrat
Lucille Roybal-Allard
Lucille Roybal-Allard
CaliforniaDemocrat
Marie Newman
Marie Newman
IllinoisDemocrat
Joseph D. Morelle
Joseph D. Morelle
New YorkDemocrat

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