Bill · H.R. 6488· House(119-HR-6488)
RESET Act
- Introduced
- 12/5/2025
- Last activity
- 9/1/2026 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
- Sponsored by
- Erin Houchin
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "Reducing Exploitative Social Media Exposure for Teens Act," or "RESET Act," prohibits covered platforms from allowing minors under 16 to create or keep accounts if the platform knows they are minors. Covered platforms must identify minor accounts within 60 days and terminate them after providing notice. Once an account is terminated, the platform must delete the minor's personal data, though users can request a copy of that data for a limited time. The Federal Trade Commission and State attorneys general are authorized to enforce these rules. This act overrides any existing state laws regarding these specific provisions.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this put more rules on large technology companies?+8
Imposes strict restrictions on how platforms handle accounts and data for users under 16.
Does this give people more control over their personal data?+7
Requires the immediate deletion of personal data for terminated minor accounts.
Would children be better off under this?+6
Protects children under 16 from potential exploitation on social media.
The opposite· 3 of 4
Does this leave more decisions to the states?-6
Explicitly prohibits states from enforcing their own laws if they conflict with this section.
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?-4
Restricts the ability of minors to maintain accounts and communicate via social media platforms.
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?-4
Limits the ability of individuals under 16 to use social media for expression.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Minors: The bill prohibits covered platforms from allowing individuals under 16 to have accounts, which aims to reduce their exposure to these platforms (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Data Privacy: Platforms must immediately delete all personal data collected from or submitted by a minor once their account is terminated (Section 2(a)(3)(A)).
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Data Portability: Minors whose accounts are terminated can request a copy of their personal data in a readable and machine-readable format for up to 90 days after termination (Section 2(a)(3)(B)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Loss of Access: Minors under 16 will have their existing accounts and profiles terminated if the platform knows they are minors (Section 2(a)(2)).
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Loss of Data: Because platforms must immediately delete personal data upon account termination, users may lose their information unless they specifically request a copy within the 90-day window (Section 2(a)(3)(A)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Education And Technology
- Increases Big Tech Regulation+8Improves Data Privacy+7
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Freedom Of Speech-4
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+6Good For Students-3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Privacy Rights+6Increases Federal Power+6Increase States Rights-6Improves Freedom Of Speech-4
- Healthcare
- Improves Mental Health Access+2
- 9/1/2026
- Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
- 6/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/5/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
- Introduced in House
Gus BilirakisRepublican · Florida
Lance GoodenRepublican · Texas