Stop the Scroll Act

# Stop the Scroll Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Stop the Scroll Act (S. 1885) is a proposed law that would regulate how social media platforms recommend content to users. While specific details about the bill's provisions aren't listed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on limiting algorithmic recommendations that keep users scrolling through feeds for extended periods—practices often criticized as addictive or harmful, particularly to young people. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily impact social media companies like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, which would need to change how their recommendation algorithms work. It would also affect users, potentially changing their social media experience.

Young people and families concerned about screen time and social media's mental health effects would be the intended beneficiaries of such legislation. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. It was sponsored by Senator Katie Britt (R-AL). For detailed information about specific provisions, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov, as those details aren't provided in this summary.