Hawley going in hard on CSAM issues and advocates "for the three-millionth time in this committee" about giving parents a right of action against tech companies. Noted that right proves more powerful and effective than any fine that companies are willing to pay.

Witness statements and initial committee questions mostly focus on the need to address any means to improve children's mental health issues stemming from targeting and profiling.

Klobuchar calls the ongoing "roadblocks" to passing consumer protections is "absurd." Gets fiery about stall on legislation, noting how inaction allows Big Tech to "run wild."

Blackburn said the "window dressing" and small tech changes made is "the tragic part of all this." Lists all the issues still in play that legislation can address. Speaks to KOSA/COPPA 2.0's broad support coalition. Says privacy-focused subcommittee under her/Klobuchar's purview is ready to work.

Durbin said the fact the children's online safety discussion has survived committee changeover speaks volumes to the nature of the issues at hand. Calls back to Big Tech CEO hearing last year, noting their apologies and simple policy reforms "are not enough."

Grassley opens Judiciary hearing noting the committee has been here before & will "unfortunately" likely be here again. Says tech platforms "have been unhelpful" & "silent," noting lobbying efforts suggesting modest reforms will "break the internet." Raises data privacy compromises & monetization.