Google, Meta, and TikTok Sue California Over Youth Safety Law

Google, Meta, and TikTok have filed separate federal lawsuits to block California Assembly Bill 1709. The legislation, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 10, prohibits social media platforms from using features like autoplay and personalized recommendations for users under 16. The companies argue the law violates First Amendment free speech rights and Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.

The law is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2027.