This is the new MLex platform. Existing customers should continue to use the existing MLex platform until migrated.
For any queries, please contact Customer Services or your Account Manager. Dismiss

Connecticut governor, AG propose legislation on social media restrictions

( February 18, 2026, 22:54 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Connecticut lawmakers are considering HB 5037, An Act Promoting the Safety of Minors on Social Media Platforms, proposed by Governor Ned Lamont and state Attorney General William Tong.  At a hearing in Hartford Wednesday, lawmakers heard testimony from industry groups such as the Computer and Communications Industry Association as well as supporters of the bill such as Tong. The bill would also include safety provisions including default limitations on how long minors could use an algorithm, what hours of the day they could receive notification, and limits on who could see a child’s account and send them direct messages.See attached text of HB, and written testimony from CCIA and Attorney General Tong....

Prepare for tomorrow’s regulatory change, today

MLex identifies risk to business wherever it emerges, with specialist reporters across the globe providing exclusive news and deep-dive analysis on the proposals, probes, enforcement actions and rulings that matter to your organization and clients, now and in the longer term.


Know what others in the room don’t, with features including:

  • Daily newsletters for Antitrust, M&A, Trade, Data Privacy & Security, Technology, AI and more
  • Custom alerts on specific filters including geographies, industries, topics and companies to suit your practice needs
  • Predictive analysis from expert journalists across North America, the UK and Europe, Latin America and Asia-Pacific
  • Curated case files bringing together news, analysis and source documents in a single timeline

Experience MLex today with a 14-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

Already a subscriber? Click here to login