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Murthy predicts US federal youth social media bill may pass soon

By Egleze Editorial Desk · Published October 15, 2026 · Rich Roll Podcast · The Social Reckoning: What Facebook's Whistleblower Found
Murthy predicts US federal youth social media bill may pass soon
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The Social Reckoning: What Facebook's Whistleblower Found

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"I think that there's a good chance that we actually get federal legislation on this. In fact, we're we're actually close at the moment. You know, the Senate already passed a bill and the House has taken that bill up."

Former US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy predicts the US could soon pass federal legislation aimed at making social media safer for children. He says the Senate has passed a bill and the House has taken it up, but timing depends on Congressional priorities and advocacy.

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Vivek Murthy · guest
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The Social Reckoning: What Facebook's Whistleblower Found
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