S.Res. 761

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 761 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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119th CONGRESS
2d Session
S. RES. 761

Designating June 23, 2026, as ``Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance 
Day''.

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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

June 9, 2026

Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mrs. Blackburn) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

June 22, 2026

Committee discharged; considered and agreed to

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RESOLUTION

Designating June 23, 2026, as ``Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance 
Day''.

Whereas the internet has revolutionized the ability to exchange information, 
improved the accessibility of education, reduced the costs of healthcare 
through telehealth, and stimulated the national economy by providing 
millions of jobs and trillions of dollars in gross product each year;
Whereas social media has become central to modern communication, bringing 
together people from across the globe;
Whereas teenagers spend almost 9 hours on screens per day, on average;
Whereas over 90 percent of teenagers use social media;
Whereas 51 percent of teenagers spend nearly 5 hours on social media each day;
Whereas nearly half of teens report being online almost constantly;
Whereas parents identify social media as the leading reason it is harder to be a 
teen today than in the past;
Whereas social media presents significant risks, especially to adolescents, 
including the perpetuation and promotion of harmful and dangerous 
behaviors and connections;
Whereas countless individuals and families have suffered harms, including death, 
because of experiences on social media platforms, including 
cyberbullying, harassment, exposure to sex trafficking, and 
exploitation;
Whereas social media has been linked to an increase in illicit drug poisoning 
and overdose related deaths;
Whereas social media use has been linked to self-harming behavior and suicidal 
ideation in youth;
Whereas suicide has become one of the leading causes of death in children aged 
15 to 19;
Whereas it is vital to recognize and honor the experiences of those who have 
been harmed by social media, including the victims, survivors, and their 
families;
Whereas commemorating Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day provides an 
opportunity to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of social 
media and to advocate for measures to effectively mitigate these harms; 
and
Whereas establishing a designated day of remembrance fosters empathy, 
solidarity, and support for those who have endured social media-related 
trauma and encourages efforts to promote digital well-being and online 
safety: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate--
(1) designates June 23, 2026, as ``Social Media Harms 
Victim Remembrance Day'' to honor the individuals who have lost 
their lives and have suffered harm because of social media;
(2) reaffirms its commitment to protecting individuals from 
harm in digital spaces and promoting a culture of respect, 
empathy, and responsibility online by acknowledging the 
significance of Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day;
(3) urges individuals, communities, organizations, and 
social media platforms to observe Social Media Harms Victim 
Remembrance Day through activities such as remembrance 
ceremonies, educational events, and advocacy efforts aimed at 
raising awareness about social media harms and supporting 
victims and survivors;
(4) calls upon relevant government agencies, nonprofit 
organizations, and stakeholders to collaborate in developing 
and implementing initiatives to address social media harms 
effectively, including enhancing digital literacy, promoting 
online safety measures, and supporting the rights of victims; 
and
(5) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate 
transmit enrolled copies of this resolution to the President of 
the United States, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, 
and the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to promote 
awareness of Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day and 
encourage actions to prevent social media-related harm.
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