NY Governor Hochul Signs Bill Requiring Warning Labels on ‘Addictive’ Social Media
Governor Hochul signs a landmark bill requiring social media warning labels in NY to fight youth addiction. See how the new law impacts your family.
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NY Governor Hochul Signs Bill Requiring Warning Labels on ‘Addictive’ Social Media
New York is taking a historic stand against digital addiction as Governor Kathy Hochul officially signed a bill requiring social media platforms to display prominent warning labels. This new law, signed on December 26, 2025, targets "predatory" features like infinite scrolling and autoplay that many experts say are fueling a youth mental health crisis. By mandating these warnings, New York aims to give parents and young users clear, medical-backed information about the risks of excessive screen time. The move follows recent calls from the U.S. Surgeon General to treat social media platforms with the same public health scrutiny as tobacco or alcohol. Credit: rob dobi / Getty Images Governor Hochul Signs Bill Targeting Addictive Feeds The legislation, known as S4505/A5346 , marks a significant escalation in the state’s battle with Big Tech. Under the new rules, platforms that utilize algorithmic feeds, push notifications, and "like" counts must alert younger users to the pot…
