A RESOLUTION to urge the U.S. Congress to pass the Shielding Children's Retinas from Egregious Exposure on the Net (SCREEN) Act.

House Joint Resolution 65 (HJR0065) was a proposal in the Tennessee General Assembly urging the U.S. Congress to pass the Shielding Children's Retinas from Egregious Exposure on the Net (SCREEN) Act. This resolution aimed to formally express Tennessee's support for federal legislation designed to protect children from harmful online content. However, the resolution was withdrawn on February 6, 2025, and did not advance further in the legislative process.

TN HJR0065 is a house bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Scott Cepicky (R), currently “Introduced” since January 27, 2025.

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Given the resolution's withdrawal shortly after introduction, there was limited media coverage. However, similar initiatives have been positively received, with proponents highlighting the importance of protecting children from inappropriate online content and the role of state legislatures in advocating for federal action.

Due to the resolution's early withdrawal, specific negative media coverage is scarce. Generally, critics of such resolutions argue that they are symbolic and do not lead to concrete policy changes. Additionally, some express concerns about potential overreach and the implications for free speech and internet regulation.

The bill HJR0065 urges Congress to pass the SCREEN Act, which focuses on internet safety and data privacy, particularly concerning children's exposure to harmful content online. The sponsor, Scott Cepicky, is a real estate agent with no documented financial interests in the technology or social media sectors that would be directly impacted by this legislation. His occupation in real estate does not create a conflict of interest with the bill's subject matter, as there are no overlaps between the real estate industry and the proposed regulations on internet safety and data privacy.

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