This week California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation to strengthen the state’s protections for children online and create safeguards for new and emerging technology. The legislation adds required features for platforms and products such as age verification, protocols to address suicide and self-harm, stronger penalties for those who profit from illegal deepfakes, and other accountability measures.

“My office has been actively fighting to improve online safety and hold social media companies — like Meta — accountable for protecting children from the dangers that exist on their platforms,” said Attorney General Raúl Torrez. “During the 2024 regular session, we worked to pass legislation in New Mexico requiring age verification and stronger consumer data protections. The landmark legislation recently passed in California and signed by Governor Newsom should be commended — and emulated — across the country, as we strive to protect our children in the ever-evolving online world. I urge the New Mexico Legislature to take action and recognize the monumental difference these protections can make for New Mexican families and their children.”