LINCOLN — Nebraskans under age 18 would need parental permission before opening a social media account under new legislation to be considered this year by state lawmakers.

The measure, to be introduced by State Sen. Tanya Storer of Whitman, was among four proposals promoted Monday by Gov. Jim Pillen and Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers at a news conference announcing legislation aimed at “protecting our kids” from online abuse and “addictive” phone apps and online services.

“Just as a parent must consent for a child to get their ears pierced, (consent) should also be required for access to platforms that collect personal data and expose children to potential harm,” Storer said during the event at the Governor’s Office that drew nine state senators. “Social media poses inherent risk, and parents deserve the tools to make informed decisions about their children’s online safety,” said the newly elected lawmaker.

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