Navigating the Kids Online Safety Act

This chapter examines the implications of the Kids Online Safety Act recently passed by the Senate, which aims to improve online safety for children while raising concerns over First Amendment rights and potential access limitations. It discusses the significant challenges in accurately identifying child users and the risks of infringing on editorial discretion of online services. The commentary critiques the bill's narrow focus on harms without acknowledging the vital benefits of internet access for children, alongside questions about the FTC's role in enforcement.