""If I have to upload my government ID to criticize Trump on social media, and I'm afraid that might get me in trouble, or get my family deported, or any number of other consequences, I am less likely to speak. That means my free expression rights are being curtailed by a government policy.""
"The legislation mandates that default settings for users under 18 automatically disable common features like auto-play videos, infinite scroll, and feeds based on user-specific algorithms."
Gov. Maura Healey's proposed legislation requires social media companies to implement age assurance systems. These systems would disable certain features for users under 18, including auto-play videos and location tracking. Users under 15 would need parental consent to change settings. Critics argue the legislation could infringe on privacy rights and free expression, particularly if it requires government ID uploads. Protests have emerged, emphasizing concerns over children's safety and First Amendment rights.
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