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Social Media Regulation

Legislature

HB161 advances amid debate over child online safety enforcement

Alabama lawmakers advanced legislation requiring age verification for app downloads, drawing support from tech giants despite concerns over practical enforcement and constitutional challenges.

February 13, 2026

social media apps on a phone

House committee punts votes on social media, joint custody regulations

Committee members questioned proposed regulations aimed at controlling minors' social media use and earnings, leading the chair to postpone all scheduled bill votes.

February 5, 2026

Alabama needs real online safety, not an ineffective government mandate

Lawmakers debated two competing bills aimed at protecting youth online, but only one held platforms accountable and empowered parents to set safety rules.

January 27, 2026