FOSI Response to New York’s SAFE for Kids Act Proposed Rulemaking

FOSI Response to New York’s SAFE for Kids Act Proposed Rulemaking

On December 1, 2025, FOSI submitted comments to the Office of the New York State Attorney General in response to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the New York SAFE for Kids Act.

In this filing, FOSI addresses core online safety considerations including age assurance, verifiable parental consent, nighttime notifications, and data use limitations. FOSI’s comments underscore the importance of risk-based approaches, flexible compliance options, strong privacy protections, and alignment with emerging regulatory models in the U.K., Australia, and France. The submission also highlights new FOSI research and resources on age assurance and offers recommendations for refining guidance on algorithmic feeds and minors’ online experiences.

To view FOSI’s comments, click here.

Andrew Zack

Andrew Zack

Andrew Zack is the Policy Director for the Family Online Safety Institute, supporting policy and research work relating to online safety issues, laws, and regulations. He works with federal and state legislatures, relevant federal agencies, and industry leaders to develop and advance policies that promote safe and positive online experience for families.
Marissa Edmund

Marissa Edmund

Marissa Edmund is the State Policy Lead at the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI), working with the policy team to monitor emerging issues in tech policy and contribute her policy and research expertise to ensure the online world is safer for children and families.