A new proposal backed by bipartisan senators would require social media platforms to take additional measures to keep children under 16 safe online.

The Kids Online Safety Act, which will be introduced by Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) on Wednesday, builds on months of momentum in Congress for social media platforms to take accountability for risks posed to children — especially after a Facebook whistleblower released internal company documents.

The legislation calls for social media platforms to provide families with tools and additional transparency aimed at protecting children online.

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