Establishes a public awareness campaign concerning the dangers of social media and cell phone use by school-age children

Summary

Directs the commissioner of mental health to establish a public awareness campaign concerning the dangers of social media and cell phone use by school-age children, including but not limited to the addictive qualities of social media, the stunting impact of social media usage on the development of social skills, increased feelings of isolation, anxiety and depression among adolescent users and the attendant amplification of peer on peer bullying, and increased rates of adolescent suicide and suicide attempts, as well as about how to recognize suicide risk factors and seek suicide prevention assistance.

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Out of committee and scheduled for a vote by the full chamber.

Mental Health · New York State Assembly

Also referred to Mental Health · New York State Senate.

Full history

1. Mar 10, 2026

   Reported out of committee

   REPORTED REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS

   NY Assembly

2. Jan 7, 2026

   Referred to committee

   REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH

   NY Assembly

3. Jan 30, 2025

   Referred to committee

   REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH

   NY Assembly