The bill establishes the Algorithmic Addiction Fund to address algorithmic addiction treatment and prevention, funded by technology-related settlements.
If you operate a technology or social media company in Maryland, you must comply with potential settlements related to algorithmic addiction by June 1, 2024, or face financial penalties.
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What This Means
HB1119 aims to create the Algorithmic Addiction Fund, which will be financed by revenue from legal actions against tech companies. The Secretary of Health will be tasked with developing treatment and prevention strategies for algorithmic addiction, indicating a growing focus on the mental health implications of technology use. This bill could significantly impact tech companies operating in Maryland.
Key Provisions
- Establishes the Algorithmic Addiction Fund.
- Includes revenue from judgments or settlements with tech companies.
- Requires the Secretary of Health to develop treatment and prevention goals.
- Mandates the establishment of a grant program for algorithmic addiction.
- Effective date set for June 1, 2024.
Latest Legislative Action
Hearing 2/28 at 12:30 p.m. (Appropriations)
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 40)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Acevero | Primary |
| Bagnall | Primary |
| Barron | Primary |
| Belcastro | Primary |
| Bhandari | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Secretary of Health
Deadline: By June 1, 2024
Penalty: Potential financial penalties for non-compliance.
Who: Secretary of Health
Deadline: By June 1, 2024
Penalty: Potential financial penalties for non-compliance.
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