Episode 47 - I Don't Need Permission - You Can Just Do Things

**Be clear and concise:**When approaching the ID verification point, state clearly, “I opt out” or “I do not consent to the facial recognition scan”.
**Provide your ID:**After opting out, you will need to present your physical ID to the TSA officer for manual verification.
**No penalty for opting out:**TSA policy mandates that opting out will not result in any penalties or delays in your security screening process.
**Alternative verification:**If you opt out, the TSA officer will use the standard ID verification process, which involves manually comparing your photo ID to your face.
**Be prepared for a pat-down:**Opting out may result in a standard pat-down as an alternative screening method.

While facial recognition technology is becoming more prevalent at airports, it is important to remember that it is voluntary, and you have the right to opt out.

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U.S. Federal SCREEN Act — Overview & Sponsor

The SCREEN Act (short for Shielding Children’s Retinas from Egregious Exposure on the Net Act) is federal legislation introduced to require adult websites to implement robust age‑verification technologies, aimed at protecting minors from exposure to pornographic content.Congress.gov +5Mike Lee+5Mike Lee+5 Institute for Family Studies+5Congress.gov +5Mike Lee+5
The most recent version is Senate Bill S.737, introduced in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) on February 26, 2025 by Senator Mike Lee (R‑UT). It was referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.Congress.gov +1
Key partners in this effort include Utah’s own Senator John Curtis (R‑UT) and Senator Jim Banks (R‑IN) as cosponsors, with a companion bill in the House led by Representative Mary Miller (R‑IL).Congress.gov +3Mike Lee+3Institute for Family Studies+3
The Act builds on past congressional efforts to protect minors (e.g., Communications Decency Act, Child Online Protection Act), arguing that prior measures were struck down by the Supreme Court for not being the least restrictive means. It emphasizes that modern age‑verification technology offers a more narrowly targeted and effective approach.Congress.gov +2Mike Lee+2

Utah Connection & Summary

Utah’s voice in Washington: Senator Mike Lee, representing Utah, is the primary sponsor of the SCREEN Act, demonstrating the state’s leadership in national conversations about child online safety.

Quick Recap

Aspect	Details
Full Name	Shielding Children’s Retinas from Egregious Exposure on the Net Act
Senate Sponsor	Sen. Mike Lee (R‑UT), introduced on Feb 26, 2025
Cosponsors	Sen. John Curtis (R‑UT), Sen. Jim Banks (R‑IN)
House Companion	Rep. Mary Miller (R‑IL)
Purpose	Mandate age‑verification on adult platforms to shield minors from pornography

Global Online Safety Initiatives (Current or Proposed)

United States – Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA)
A federal bill (S.1748) introduced May 14, 2025, requiring online platforms to implement safeguards for users under 17.Financial Times+15Congress.gov +15Open Rights Group+15
United States – EARN IT Act
Proposed legislation reintroduced in 2023, aiming to amend Section 230 and possibly weaken encryption by increasing platform liability for child sexual exploitation.Wikipedia
Canada – Protecting Young Persons from Exposure to Pornography Act (Bill S‑209)
Reintroduced in May 2025, this bill aims to criminalize allowing users under 18 to access sexually explicit material unless age verification is used.The Guardian+15Wikipedia+15The Washington Post+15
European Union – “Chat Control” Initiative
A controversial proposal to mandate scanning of private communications (client‑side) for CSAM. Scheduled for vote on October 14, 2025.TechRadar+2TIME+2
European Union – Digital Fairness Act
A proposed EU law targeting dark patterns, personalization, and misleading influencer marketing. Open for public consultation as of July 17, 2025, with formal proposal expected in Q3 2026.The New Yorker+15Wikipedia+15Politico+15
Australia – Digital Duty of Care
A legislative proposal requiring social platforms to actively prevent online harms—especially to minors—drawing inspiration from UK/EU frameworks. Announced in 2025.GOV.UK +3AP News+3Open Rights Group+3
Australia – Social Media Age‑Ban for Under‑16s
Legislation passed aiming to ban children under 16 from platforms like TikTok, Instagram, etc., with enforcement expected by end of next year.The Australian
Sri Lanka – Online Safety Act No. 9 of 2024
Passed in January 2024, this law establishes a governmental Online Safety Commission to regulate “prohibited statements,” with penalties for platforms and individuals.Wikipedia

Quick Summary Table

Country / Region	Act or Initiative	Status / Key Date
U.S.	Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA)	Introduced May 2025
U.S.	EARN IT Act	Reintroduced 2023
Canada	Protecting Young Persons from Exposure to Pornography Act (S‑209)	Reintroduced May 2025
EU	Chat Control (CSAM scanning mandates)	Vote scheduled Oct 2025
EU	Digital Fairness Act (dark patterns law)	Consultation July 2025; proposal 2026
Australia	Digital Duty of Care	Proposed 2025
Australia	Social media ban under age 16	Passed; enforcement by ~2026
Sri Lanka	Online Safety Act No. 9 of 2024	Passed Jan 2024

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000 · September 30, 2025, 9:12am

when I was beginning to listen to the new episode, I honestly really rlly rly loved how the music sounded!
sooooooo I’m wondering about its name?
sorry if it was really common or if it were already shown somewhere in the shownotes, in the audio, or etc. I just really wanted to know.

ps: i really had to create an account just for this song…

Simon · September 30, 2025, 3:54pm

It’s such a great song! - “Somebody’s Watching Me” by Chico Rose & 71 Digits
Here is the youtube link!

000 · September 30, 2025, 4:06pm

:o omg!!
thank you so much!! i literally just came on closednetwork forum right now
one thing that was really funny was that… i tried to shazam (or rather on linux, I used Mousai a shazam-alike for GNOME) the song before, but it found nothing apparently? which was really weird because, i would have thought it existed there. but either way, i’m so happy <3
thank you sm simon!!~

edit:
hehe, i’m listening on ytify (song included in the link) and i do love it just as the beginning of the episode. i do feel like it does have a lot of bass? but either way, i love their vocals~ especially on repeat

oh uhm- i’m sorry if i seemed to ruined the discussion in here… but i did love the song to know so, i did have to say and appreciate :3

Simon · September 30, 2025, 6:30pm

You could never ruin the discussion with banter and music discovery! hahaah play it until you’r’e sick of it I say! We are all here to have fun after all, otherwise, what’s the point right?