Congressman Jimmy Patronis Issues A Statement on the KIDS Act

July 1, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C.- Monday evening, Congressman Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) voted against the KIDS Act. At a time when Big Tech continues to profit from addictive algorithms and harmful content targeting young people, this legislation falls short of delivering the accountability families deserve. "This is the Big Tech bill endorsed by Big Tech," said Congressman Patronis. "I've been clear from day one that Big Tech targets our children, profits from their attention, and too often escapes accountability because of Section 230. As long as these companies continue to enjoy sweeping legal protections, they have little incentive to put children's safety ahead of their bottom line." Congressman Patronis has introduced H.R. 7045, the PROTECT Act, legislation to fully repeal Section 230 and end the special legal protections that shield Big Tech from accountability. By removing this immunity, the PROTECT Act would ensure online platforms can no longer profit from harmful content without facing consequences. Congressman Patronis continued, "Congress shouldn't settle for half measures. Parents deserve legislation that puts children first, not the tech cartels. Big Tech has spent years getting rich while America's children pay the price. That ends when Congress has the courage to hold them accountable, and I'll never stop fighting until it does." To view H.R. 7045 the PROTECT Act click here. ###