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New York details its plans for online age verification rules

Last year, New York joined the wave of states passing legislation aimed at protecting minors using the Internet, particularly social media

Last year, New York joined the wave of states passing legislation aimed at protecting minors using the Internet, particularly social media. Minors must request a social media network to seek parental permission for accessing algorithmic feeds or receiving nighttime notifications. "The proposed rules released by my office today will help us tackle the youth mental health crisis and make social media safer for kids and families," James said in the announcement.

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