Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 51: An Act relative to social media, algorithm accountability, and transparency
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 51 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to social media, algorithm accountability, and transparency. Primary sponsor: John Velis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (October 16, 2025): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 51) of John C. Velis for legislation relative to social media, algorithm accountability, and transparency. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Velis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampden and Hampshire |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Hearing rescheduled to 09/11/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to include Virtual
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity