A resolution designating June 23, 2026, as "Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day".
- Bill Number
- S.Res. 761
- Origin Chamber
- Senate
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Status
- Passed Senate
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-22: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3024)
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-30T17:03:07Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose This resolution designates June 23, 2026, as "Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day" to honor individuals harmed or killed due to social media experiences and to promote awareness of associated risks.
Key Provisions
- Establishes the date as a national observance to recognize victims, survivors, and families affected by social media harms such as cyberbullying, harassment, exploitation, drug-related deaths, self-harm, and suicide.
- Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to protecting people in digital spaces and fostering respect and responsibility online.
- Urges individuals, communities, organizations, and platforms to hold remembrance events, education programs, and advocacy activities.
- Calls on government agencies, nonprofits, and stakeholders to work together on digital literacy, safety measures, and victim support.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies of the resolution to the President, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, and the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission.
Significant Changes to Existing Law This resolution introduces no amendments to statutes or regulations. It is a non-binding Senate resolution that creates a symbolic day of observance without altering any legal requirements.
Potential Impacts
- On government agencies: Encourages the Department of Health and Human Services and the Federal Trade Commission to increase focus on social media safety initiatives and awareness efforts.
- On citizens: Raises public attention to risks faced by teens and families, potentially supporting community events and education on digital well-being.
- On international relations: No direct effects are outlined.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Victims, survivors, and families of social media-related harms.
- Teenagers and parents, given data on daily screen and social media use.
- Social media platforms, which are urged to participate in observance activities.
- Government agencies including the Department of Health and Human Services and the Federal Trade Commission.
- Nonprofit organizations and community groups involved in online safety and victim support.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications The resolution carries no enforceable legal authority and does not create new rights or obligations. It operates within the Senate's authority to pass commemorative measures and reflects a bipartisan effort to address youth mental health and online safety through symbolic recognition.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (1)
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-22: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3024)
- 2026-06-22: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-06-22: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-06-22: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-06-09: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2701)
- 2026-06-09: Submitted in Senate
Bill Versions
- Designating June 23, 2026, as "Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day". — issued 2026-06-22 — PDF (4 pages)
- Designating June 23, 2026, as Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day. — issued 2026-06-09 — PDF (4 pages)