Bills/S. 659

GRACIE Act of 2025

GRACIE Act of 2025

In CommitteeJudiciarySenateSenate Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · Senate
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
Signed

Plain Language Summary

# GRACIE Act of 2025 Summary The GRACIE Act of 2025 (S 659) is a proposed law focused on child safety in digital media and online environments. While specific legislative language isn't detailed in the information provided, the bill's listed subjects indicate it would address how digital platforms and media affect children's welfare, likely establishing standards or requirements for social media companies, content creators, and digital service providers. The bill also appears to involve coordination between state and local governments, charitable organizations, and volunteer services to support child protection efforts. The legislation would primarily affect social media companies and digital platforms, content creators, families with children, state and local child welfare agencies, and organizations involved in child safety services.

Parents and child advocacy groups would likely have interest in this legislation given its focus on protecting minors online. As of now, the GRACIE Act remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It was introduced by Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) in the 119th Congress. For more detailed information about specific provisions—such as whether the bill would impose fines, require parental consent features, or establish new regulatory agencies—the full bill text would need to be reviewed.

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Latest Action

February 20, 2025

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Subjects

Child safety and welfareDigital mediaFamily servicesSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsSound recordingState and local government operations

Sponsor

1 cosponsor

Key Dates

Introduced
February 20, 2025
Last Updated
February 20, 2025
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