Bill with youth social media restrictions, more college degree cuts advances back to Indiana Senate

By: Casey Smith

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: February 18, 2026

Words: 939

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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An education package with a blend of youth social media restrictions and new state authority over college degree programs cleared the Indiana House in a 67-28 party-line vote Tuesday, sending the contentious proposal back to the opposing chamber for final deliberations.

Senate Bill 199 would require certain social media platforms to provide parents greater access and oversight of their minor children’s accounts and require parental permission for Hoosiers under 17 before …

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