Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
Risks
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
StateNew JerseyIntroduced
A 4014: Establishes Social Media Research Center at four-year public institution of higher education.
Andrea Katz
A 4014 status: Introduced — Approved P.L.2026, c.72 (updated Aug 11, 2026).
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Confidence
High
Analysis basis
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Overall Score
85OUT OF 100
Score:85/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 60/100
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Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan90%
Public opinion75%
Bill summary
The bill establishes a state-funded research entity tasked with informing future policy, school curricula, and agency-level understanding of social media's impact on youth.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Stimulates academic research activity and potential grant opportunities.
- May lead to improved public health outcomes, reducing long-term social costs.
Risks
- Dependent on uncertain annual state appropriations for operational functionality.
Society
Positive outlook
75%
Benefits
- Supports data-driven insights into youth mental health and online safety.
- Provides free educational modules for state schools to improve digital literacy.
Risks
- Potential for data privacy risks despite statutory safeguards.
Technology Industry
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Civic Accountability
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Public Health & Safety
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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LegiScan
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Confidence
High
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Analysis basis
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Data sharing between agencies and the center creates a consolidated data point that requires strict adherence to HIPAA and state privacy laws.
Analysis scope
Functionality is subject to annual legislative appropriations.
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- GovernorUpcoming
- EnactedUpcoming
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