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Some U.S. states have begun to address the problem of cyberbullying. States that have passed legislation have done so generally in response to incidents within that state, to address what they believe to be shortcomings in federal laws, or to expand protection to victims above and beyond existing statutes.
All fifty states in the United States have passed school anti-bullying legislation, the first being Georgia in 1999. [6] Montana became the most recent, and last, state to adopt anti-bullying legislation in April 2015. A watchdog organization called Bully Police USA advocates for and reports on anti-bullying legislation. [7]
Cyberbullying (cyberharassment or online bullying) is a form of bullying or harassment using electronic means. Since the 2000s, it has become increasingly common, especially among teenagers and adolescents, due to young people's increased use of social media. [1] Related issues include online harassment and trolling.
The Kids Online Safety Act, if signed into law, would require Internet service platforms to take measures to reduce online dangers for these users via a "duty of care" provision, requiring Internet service platforms to comply by reducing and preventing harmful practices towards minors, including bullying and violence, content "promoting ...
In California, some 13 million children, teens, and young adults under 25 now have free access to two digital mental health and wellness apps. America is mobilizing to protect kids’ mental health.
Cyberbullying is the use of electronic means such as instant messaging, social media, e-mail and other forms of online communication with the intent to abuse, intimidate, or overpower an individual or group. Over the past decade, cyberbullying has been identified as a significant problem for youth.
School leaders and law enforcement came together at East Palo Alto Academy calling for more action to combat the growing threat of cyberbullying across the state and country.
First lady Melania Trump said on Thursday that she isn’t surprised by the criticism directed at her “Be Best” campaign, which, in part, addresses cyberbullying and urges parents to teach ...