New York's proposed legislation targets online platforms, aiming to restrict data collection and feed algorithms affecting children's mental health. It includes the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids Act and the New York Child Data Protection Act. While industry voices highlight existing measures, concerns persist regarding the impact of prolonged online exposure on youth. Parental advocate Kathleen Spence and Attorney General Letitia James emphasize the necessity of protective measures to limit harmful content and safeguard children's privacy. The proposal, akin to the EU's Digital Services Act, could impose fines for non-compliance. Legal battles surrounding social media regulation, including Utah's lawsuit against TikTok and Meta, suggest an ongoing tug-of-war over digital governance in the U.S. The Supreme Court's upcoming deliberation on state-led regulatory efforts underscores the complexities of balancing free speech and online safety.