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HR8743Referred to Committee

To direct the Surgeon General of the Public Health Service to develop recommendations for screen time limits for children to promote healthy development and well-being, and for other purposes.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-05-12
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
HR
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Christopher R. Deluzio
Christopher R. Deluzio
Democrat · PA · Representative

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

2026-05-12

Committee Activity

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  • House Committee on Energy and CommerceReferred To · 2026-05-12

Bill Summary

The federal government's top health official would be asked to create guidelines recommending how much time children should spend on screens like phones, tablets, and computers to support their healthy growth and development. These recommendations could help parents, schools, and healthcare providers make better decisions about children's media use. The proposal is currently being reviewed by a House committee.

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