ALBANY, NY (WHCU) — A social media bill has been signed in Albany.

Governor Kathy Hochul placed her name on legislation Thursday that limits addictive feeds on platforms like Facebook for kids under 18.

“Young people across the nation are facing a mental health crisis fueled by addictive social media feeds – and New York is leading the way with a new model for addressing the crisis and protecting our kids,” Hochul said.

“By reining in addictive feeds and shielding kids’ personal data, we’ll provide a safer digital environment, give parents more peace of mind, and create a brighter future for young people across New York.”

Hochul says young people face a mental health crisis fueled by social media. It’s become the strictest protection to safeguard kids on social media in the US.