Injuries to children: civil penalties.

CA AB2 aims to impose civil penalties on social media platforms for injuries caused to children through their services. The bill seeks to hold these companies accountable for the potential harm their platforms may cause to young users. It includes provisions to add and later repeal specific regulations under the Civil Code related to this issue.

Supporters of CA AB2 would argue that the bill is a necessary step to protect vulnerable children from the harmful effects of social media. They would highlight the importance of holding tech companies accountable for their role in safeguarding the mental and physical well-being of young users.

Critics of CA AB2 might contend that the bill could impose excessive regulations on social media platforms, potentially stifling innovation and free speech. They may argue that the penalties could lead to unintended consequences, such as platforms overly restricting content to avoid liability.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.