Rand Paul Blocks Kids Online Safety Act in Senate

Senator Rand Paul blocked unanimous consent on KOSA on September 30, denying the kids online safety bill its fastest procedural path. With roughly eight weeks left before the 119th Congress ends on January 3, 2027, the Senate and House versions still differ sharply on mandatory age verification.

• Paul blocked S. 1748, which has 76 Senate co-sponsors
• The House passed its rival KIDS Act 267-117 on June 29
• KOSA imposes a legal duty of care on platforms for minors
• Enactment needs 60 votes and reconciled texts by January 3, 2027