https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-meta-asks-california-lawmakers-for-shield-from-child-harm-penaltiesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-meta-asks-california-lawmakers-for-shield-from-child-harm-penaltieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-meta-asks-california-lawmakers-for-shield-from-child-harm-penalties#u23614Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:26:31 +0000Meta is seeking protection from lawsuits and fines related to child harm in both California and U.S. Congress. The company wants exemptions from a California bill that could impose fines of up to $1 million per child. These efforts coincide with thousands of active lawsuits from families and young users.What's confirmed:Meta is lobbying the U.S. Congress for legal immunity from child-harm claims tied to products like Instagram.The company is seeking protection from a proposed California bill that could fine companies up to $1 million per child.Meta faces thousands of lawsuits from young users