Senator Katie Boyd Britt addressed issues related to federal bank supervision and online child safety in a series of posts on October 7, 2025. Britt’s statements focused on regulatory reforms for community banks and the need for increased accountability in the digital space to protect children.
In her first post, Britt commented on federal bank oversight, stating, “This, along with the agencies’ actions to provide tailored relief for community banks, are key steps to bringing accountability and integrity back to federal bank supervision.” (October 7, 2025).
Later that day, she turned her attention to online safety for minors. She wrote, “In the digital age, we must ensure that bad actors—who hide behind screens and prey on our children—and companies who allow this to happen are held accountable.” (October 7, 2025).
Britt further elaborated on her stance regarding social media and child protection, posting, “Social media shouldn’t be a gateway for global predators. I’m fighting for stronger guardrails to protect our kids from sextortion and human trafficking, while still allowing them to thrive online.” (October 7, 2025).
Senator Katie Boyd Britt represents Alabama in the U.S. Senate. In recent years, there has been growing concern among lawmakers about the risks posed by online platforms to minors, including exposure to exploitation and trafficking. Congressional efforts have included proposed legislation aimed at strengthening regulations and holding technology companies accountable for content moderation and user protection practices.
