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Algorithmic Addiction Fund – Establishment

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This Maryland bill establishes the Algorithmic Addiction Fund, to be administered by the Maryland Department of Health. The Fund is composed of civil penalties received by the State that result, directly or indirectly, from judgments or settlements related to claims concerning harm to children from social media use and the improper use of algorithms. The Secretary of Health is required to submit an annual report to the General Assembly by November 1 of each year regarding the provision of algorithmic addiction intervention services funded through this mechanism.

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