New Mexico Judge Orders Meta to Implement Child Safety Measures, Fines Company
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, to implement new child safety measures on its platforms, including a 90-hour monthly time limit for users under 18 and restrictions on AI chatbots. The judge…
Houston, TX, August 7, 2026 —
A New Mexico judge has mandated that Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, enact significant child safety measures on its social media platforms. The ruling, issued recently, includes a proposed 90-hour monthly time limit for users under the age of 18 and imposes restrictions on the use of AI chatbots.
In addition to the new safety protocols, the judge has levied a fine of $567 million against Meta. This penalty is in addition to a previously imposed fine of $375 million.
The specific measures ordered are currently limited to the state of New Mexico. Meta has indicated its intention to appeal the judge’s decision.
Despite the localized nature of the ruling and Meta’s planned appeal, child safety advocates are expressing optimism. They hope that this judicial decision will serve as a catalyst, encouraging the implementation of similar protections for minors in other states and potentially at the federal level.
The details regarding the implementation timeline for these new measures and the specifics of the AI chatbot restrictions were not fully detailed in the provided information. Further details on how these measures will be enforced and monitored are also pending.
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