We, the citizens of New York State and concerned individuals across the United States, urge our leaders to enact strict age verification laws and mandatory content restrictions for accessing adult content websites, age-restricted videos on platforms such as YouTube, and NSFW content on social media platforms like Reddit and Instagram. We advocate for national legislation requiring both internet service providers (ISPs) and mobile phone providers to implement default content restrictions based on household composition and personal data services. This legislation should cover both Wi-Fi and mobile data services to ensure comprehensive protection across all internet access methods.

 

**Why This Is Important:**

 

With the widespread use of both fixed-line internet and mobile data services, minors are at increased risk of exposure to inappropriate content. By mandating content restrictions and age verification across all internet service modalities — including both Wi-Fi provided by ISPs and mobile data services by phone carriers — we can create a safer online environment for our youth.

 

**Our Goals:**

 

1. **Enforce Age Verification Nationwide**: Require government-issued IDs for age verification to access adult content websites, age-restricted videos, and NSFW content on all internet platforms.

2. **Mandatory Content Restrictions on All Internet Services**: Mandate that ISPs and mobile phone providers inquire about the presence of minors in households and automatically apply content restrictions on both Wi-Fi and mobile data services.

3. **Enhance NSFW Filters on Social Media**: Ensure robust NSFW content filters are implemented effectively on platforms like Instagram.

4. **Ensure Accurate Content Labeling**: Push for federal regulations that penalize platforms failing to accurately categorize content, thus protecting minors from misleading content.

5. **Protect Minors on a National Scale**: Establish uniform protections across all states to safeguard minors from accidental exposure to adult and inappropriate content.

 

**Action Required:**

 

We call on both the New York State Legislature and the U.S. Congress to introduce and pass legislation that addresses these needs. We also urge the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to oversee and enforce these regulations.

 

**How You Can Help:**

 

- **Sign this petition**: Support the implementation of national age verification laws and comprehensive content restrictions for all internet services.

- **Share this petition**: Help us reach a wider audience to secure more support.

- **Contact your representatives**: Advocate for these measures at both state and federal levels to ensure they are adopted.

 

Together, we can build a safer digital environment that safeguards our children from the risks of inappropriate content, whether accessed through Wi-Fi or mobile data. Your active participation is crucial to making these changes a reality. Thank you for your dedication to protecting our youth.