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AI Leader Q&A: Vermont Rep. Monique Priestley on moving a ‘Kids Code’ into law
Vermont Rep. Monique Priestley has emerged as one of the leading voices on digital safety and data privacy issues. She led the adoption of Vermont’s ‘Kids Code’ online safety law in 2025, and now co-chairs the Future Caucus Task Force on State AI Policy.
Vermont Gov. Scott signs ‘Kids Code’ digital design bill into law
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott today signed a statewide Kids Code bill into law. The new law requires a duty of care from companies that develop and provide online services or products, ensuring their products will not inflict emotional distress or result in online addiction.