In the early hours of June 1, the Illinois General Assembly passed legislation designed to strengthen online protections for children and provide parents with additional tools to help keep their families safe in the digital age.
House Bill 5511, known as the Children’s Online Safety Act, establishes new safeguards for minors on social media platforms, including enhanced privacy protections, expanded parental controls, and restrictions on certain interactions between minors and adults.
The legislation aimed to address growing concerns about online safety and the impact social media and technology can have on young people. Senate Republicans say the measure is intended to give families additional resources to navigate an increasingly digital world while helping protect children from harmful online interactions.
House Bill 5511 received unanimous support in both the House and Senate and now heads to the Governor for further consideration.
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