Promoting a Safe Internet for Minors Act (H.R. 6289)
November 25, 2025
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Where This Stands
Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
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View official text →The Frame
The bill mandates a new federal outreach program to educate parents, educators, and minors on online risks, including cybercrimes, substance access, and compulsive behaviors, requiring the FTC to coordinate with schools, law enforcement, and nonprofits.
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Federal Trade Commission
The agency is tasked with creating and managing a national education program and submitting annual reports for 10 years.
Minors under 17
The target audience for the safety education and awareness campaign.
Parents and Guardians
The program aims to provide them with tools and information to protect minors online.
Schools and Educators
They are identified as partners for the implementation of best practices and safety education.
Current stage: in_committee.
Floor Vote.
Summary
Key Facts
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) must launch a national internet safety program within 180 days of the bill's enactment.
- The program must promote best practices for educators, platforms, minors, and parents to protect minors online.
- The FTC is required to submit an annual report to Congress on these activities for 10 years.
- The bill defines a 'minor' as any individual under the age of 17.
- The program must address risks including cybercrimes, access to narcotics, tobacco, alcohol, gambling, and compulsive online behaviors.
- The FTC must partner with state/local governments, nonprofits, schools, law enforcement, and medical professionals.
- The bill amends the Protecting Children in the 21st Century Act.
- The program must facilitate access to existing public awareness efforts from other agencies and organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why It Matters
The bill mandates a new federal outreach program to educate parents, educators, and minors on online risks, including cybercrimes, substance access, and compulsive behaviors, requiring the FTC to coordinate with schools, law enforcement, and nonprofits.
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Focus on Education over Regulation
The bill explicitly prioritizes a public awareness campaign and information sharing over new restrictive mandates for online platforms.
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