'Sammy's Law' would add extra safety measures for children online

There is a hearing today in Springfield on a new Illinois law that would require extra safety measures on any social media platorm that has children as users. It's called "Sammy's Law," named after Sammy Chapman who died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on snapchat that were laced with fentynol.

Across America: Oklahoma considers banning minors from social media

Young children in Oklahoma could soon be banned from using certain social media platforms. A bill banning minors under 16 years old just passed in the state's House. If it passes in the Senate, those between 16 and 18 years old will need parental consent. The bill also mandates social media companies to require age verification. If they don't, they could face a fine of $2,500.