Asm. Andrea Katz

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a dedicated "Social Media Settlement Fund" within the New Jersey Department of Treasury to manage the state's share of money received from a 2026 federal settlement regarding social media addiction and youth injury. The Department of Human Services is designated as the lead agency responsible for distributing these funds, with an emphasis on supporting evidence-based programs that ensure equitable access for underserved communities. The money must be used specifically to address harms related to social media addiction, cyber-bullying, and adolescent mental health disorders through services such as treatment, education for parents and educators, and peer support. The legislation takes effect immediately and is retroactive to August 25, 2026.