U.S. Senators Mark Kelly, a Democrat from Arizona, and John Curtis, a Republican from Utah, have proposed legislation aimed at increasing accountability for social media companies concerning the impacts of their algorithms. These algorithms have been criticized for exacerbating political polarization by promoting divisive content. In a recent discussion with NPR, the senators highlighted the need for regulatory measures to address the influence of these algorithms on public discourse and societal cohesion. The proposed bill seeks to ensure that tech companies are held responsible for the consequences of their business practices, particularly as they relate to the dissemination of harmful or misleading information.