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Debbie Wasserman Schultz

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U.S. Representative · Florida-25 · 109th-119th, 21 years 7 months
Legislation
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Aug 6, 2026·Aug 6, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthD2R0(2 co-sponsors)
Introduced
The PROTECT Act establishes a federal initiative led by the CDC to address youth and young adult e-cigarette and emerging tobacco product use through research, prevention, and cessation efforts. The bill authorizes the CDC to conduct surveillance and research on how youth use these products, their health impacts, marketing tactics targeting young people, and what strategies effectively prevent initiation and support quitting. The initiative also requires developing guidance for healthcare providers and schools, creating public education campaigns in coordination with the FDA and Surgeon General, and continuing funding to state and local health departments through the National Tobacco Control Program to support youth-focused prevention and cessation services. The Secretary of Health and Human Services must submit a comprehensive strategy to Congress within 90 days of enactment. The legislation authorizes $100 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to fund these activities.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jul 30, 2026·Jul 30, 2026 — Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Housing and Community Development
Introduced
The Build Homes, Not Hate Act of 2026 directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency to establish a grant program providing $70 billion to states, local governments, nonprofits, tribal governments, and other eligible entities to address homelessness and create affordable housing. At least $54 billion must be used to build, acquire, or rehabilitate housing units, while at least $14 billion must fund direct services such as emergency shelter, rental assistance, case management, mental health treatment, and employment services for homeless individuals and families. The program prioritizes communities with high rates of unsheltered homelessness and severe housing cost burdens, and grants can cover up to 100 percent of project costs. The funding, which will be available through September 2032, is sourced by rescinding $70 billion from Immigration and Customs Enforcement appropriations, and the legislation explicitly prohibits using any funds for immigration enforcement or detention. Up to $2 billion may be used for program administration, technical assistance, and oversight.
BillHouseIn Committee
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jul 30, 2026·Jul 30, 2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Immigration
Committee
The No PREJUDICE Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from using federal funds to detain, arrest, or investigate individuals based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or language use, including speaking Spanish or English with an accent. The bill also prevents DHS from targeting people based on their location at employment sites like bus stops or car washes, or their participation in particular jobs or hobbies. Aliens facing removal proceedings can request a hearing in federal district court to challenge whether DHS violated these prohibitions, and if a judge finds a violation occurred, the removal case must be dismissed. If the judge finds no violation, the case returns to immigration court for continued removal proceedings. This legislation directly affects DHS enforcement officers and agents as well as immigrants and foreign nationals subject to immigration enforcement actions.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jul 23, 2026·Jul 23, 2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
ImmigrationD69R0(69 co-sponsors)
Introduced
The Temporary Protected Status Review Act allows federal courts to review decisions by the Secretary of Homeland Security to terminate temporary protected status designations for foreign countries. Currently, such terminations cannot be challenged in court, but this bill would enable individuals with temporary protected status, organizations representing them, and state and local governments to file lawsuits challenging these decisions. The bill requires the government to provide detailed written explanations for termination decisions based on a complete administrative record and shifts the burden to the government to prove by clear and convincing evidence that a country no longer qualifies for the status. If someone files a lawsuit, the termination is automatically stayed and affected beneficiaries can continue living and working in the United States while the case is pending. The bill also classifies these termination decisions as major rules under the Congressional Review Act, requiring approval from Congress before they can take effect.
ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jul 21, 2026·Jul 21, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International AffairsD2R3(5 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
This resolution condemns the July 1994 bombing of the Argentine Jewish Mutual Association Jewish Community Center in Buenos Aires, which killed 85 people and injured over 300, making it the deadliest attack on Jewish people outside Israel since the Holocaust. The resolution documents evidence linking the attack to Iran and the terrorist group Hezbollah, and notes that despite three decades passing, no one has been brought to justice for the bombing. The resolution highlights recent progress in Argentina, including a 2024 court ruling declaring Iran responsible for the attack as a crime against humanity, the passage of a 2025 law allowing trials in absentia for foreign suspects, and a 2026 federal judge's decision to proceed with a trial against ten men accused of planning and ordering the bombing. The House resolution calls for the perpetrators to be held accountable, demands that INTERPOL member countries comply with arrest orders, commends Argentina for designating Hezbollah as a terrorist organization, and expresses solidarity with Argentina's Jewish community. No funding or specific timeline for implementation is outlined, as this is a symbolic resolution rather than legislation that appropriates funds or creates new programs.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jun 30, 2026·Jun 30, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Finance and Financial SectorD0R1(1 co-sponsor)
Introduced
The Making Condos Safer and Affordable Act of 2026 amends federal housing laws to help condominium owners and associations pay for major repairs and improvements. The bill allows the Federal Housing Administration to insure mortgages for condominium associations to finance repairs to common areas like roofs, plumbing, and electrical systems, with loans covering up to 90 percent of project costs. It also allows individual condo unit owners to use FHA-insured loans to pay special assessments levied by their condo boards for shared facility repairs, and raises the loan limit for property improvement loans from $25,000 to $55,000, with automatic annual increases tied to inflation. The legislation is designed to make it easier and more affordable for condo residents and associations to handle expensive maintenance needs that often burden owners with large special assessments. The bill does not specify dedicated funding amounts or implementation timelines beyond requiring the Department of Housing and Urban Development to streamline its regulations for managing these new loan programs.
ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jun 29, 2026·Jun 29, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthD1R2(3 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
This resolution expresses House support for designating June 28, 2026, as "Community is Stronger than Cancer Day," a celebration recognizing cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and their support networks. The resolution highlights that more than 18.6 million Americans are living with a history of cancer, roughly one in every 18 citizens, and that approximately 4.4 million caregivers are currently caring for cancer patients. The measure encourages all Americans to support those affected by cancer through compassionate community engagement and removal of barriers to care. There is no funding associated with this resolution, as it is a symbolic gesture of support rather than legislation establishing a federal program. The resolution was introduced in June 2026 and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jun 4, 2026·Jun 4, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthD3R4(7 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
The PKD Cures Act directs the National Institutes of Health to significantly expand research efforts focused on polycystic kidney disease, a genetic condition affecting approximately 500,000 Americans that commonly leads to kidney failure requiring dialysis or transplantation. The legislation requires the NIH to intensify basic, translational, and clinical research into PKD while promoting collaboration among federal agencies, academic institutions, and private sector partners, and to support training programs for researchers and clinicians specializing in the disease. The bill also mandates that the NIH establish a working group to develop a comprehensive research roadmap that identifies gaps, recommends public-private collaboration strategies, sets benchmarks for innovation milestones, and incorporates emerging technologies like artificial intelligence into PKD research and care. The working group must submit its report with findings and recommendations to Congress within 24 months of the bill's enactment. This legislation addresses the significant burden PKD places on Medicare, which currently spends approximately $3 billion annually treating end-stage renal disease caused by cystic kidney diseases like PKD.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced May 21, 2026·May 21, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthD0R1(1 co-sponsor)
Introduced
This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to establish a three-year pilot program providing financial assistance to help eligible individuals purchase infant formula and donor milk. The program targets parents and guardians of infants under one year old who have documented medical reasons for not breastfeeding, including postpartum women with diagnosed medical conditions, those affected by adoption or maternal mortality, and parents of infants with feeding difficulties or allergies. The Secretary can distribute assistance through vouchers, reimbursements, or grants to local organizations, and must conduct annual evaluations and report to Congress on the program's effectiveness. The bill authorizes $15 million in funding for the program across fiscal years 2027 through 2031, with the program set to terminate three years after enactment.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced May 14, 2026·May 14, 2026 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HealthD21R3(24 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
The Lainie Jones Comprehensive Cancer Survivorship Act of 2026 strengthens support for cancer survivors through four major initiatives. First, it requires Medicare to cover cancer care planning and coordination services starting the year after enactment, reimbursing physicians and other healthcare providers at the same rate as transitional care management for developing written treatment plans at diagnosis, treatment changes, and transitions to survivorship care. Second, the bill creates a Department of Labor grant program to help cancer survivors and their families overcome employment barriers by funding nonprofits to offer financial assistance during medical leave, childcare support, career training, and help accessing disability benefits. Third, it requires state Medicaid programs to cover healthcare transition services for childhood and adolescent cancer survivors, including survivorship care planning and at least two annual follow-up visits. Finally, the legislation establishes a new Office of Cancer Survivorship within the National Cancer Institute to manage research grants, educate healthcare professionals, and provide survivors with resources for managing long-term health effects and accessing follow-up care.
ResolutionHouseAgreed To
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Apr 30, 2026·Apr 30, 2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesD8R3(11 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
This resolution calls on elected officials, faith leaders, and civil society leaders to condemn and counter acts of anti-Semitism.The resolution also honors the contributions of Jewish-American servicemembers and commits to ensuring all Americans, including Jewish Americans, can worship without fear of violence or persecution.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Mar 5, 2026·Mar 5, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Housing and Community DevelopmentD45R2(47 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
The Fair Housing for Survivors Act of 2026 adds survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking to the list of protected classes under federal fair housing law, making it illegal for landlords and housing providers to discriminate against them when renting, selling, or financing housing. The bill addresses a significant gap in housing access, as research shows that 84 percent of domestic violence survivors report needing help finding affordable housing, and survivors often face eviction or rental denial based on their survivor status, past protective orders, or history of abuse. The legislation also protects survivors from intimidation and coercion related to housing and allows government and nonprofit programs to create housing assistance specifically designed for survivors. While the bill does not include new federal funding or specific implementation timelines, it strengthens enforcement mechanisms by amending existing fair housing law to cover approximately 25 million survivors in the United States and help break cycles of homelessness and violence.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Mar 5, 2026·Mar 5, 2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
International Affairs
Introduced
The No Escaping Justice Act of 2026 authorizes the President to impose sanctions on foreign individuals who knowingly participated in, financed, or benefited from sex trafficking connected to Jeffrey Epstein or efforts to conceal that enterprise. The bill requires the President to submit reports within 90 days of enactment and annually for five years identifying sanctionable individuals based on credible information from government agencies, court proceedings, and other reliable sources. Sanctions include freezing U.S. assets, banning entry to the United States, and revoking visas, with penalties enforced under existing economic sanctions laws. The President may waive sanctions if they serve the national interest or involve authorized intelligence or law enforcement activities, and must notify Congress 15 days before any waiver takes effect. Sanctions can be terminated if the individual is found innocent, has completed an appropriate sentence and remediated victim harm, or has significantly changed behavior and cooperated with U.S. authorities.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Feb 12, 2026·Feb 12, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementD17R0(17 co-sponsors)
Introduced
Jaime's Law requires background checks for ammunition purchases by extending federal firearm regulations to include ammunition transfers. Under the bill, private individuals cannot transfer ammunition to each other without going through a licensed ammunition dealer, who must conduct a background check just as they would for firearm sales. The law includes exceptions for family members, law enforcement, emergency situations, and temporary transfers at shooting ranges or while hunting. The bill affects anyone who buys or sells ammunition privately and takes effect 180 days after enactment. The legislation also includes safeguards preventing creation of a national ammunition registry and allows states to pass their own ammunition regulations.
Concurrent ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jan 8, 2026·Jan 8, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Crime and Law EnforcementD202R1(203 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
This concurrent resolution honors the 15th anniversary of the January 8, 2011, shooting in Tucson, Arizona, that killed six people and wounded thirteen others, including then-Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. The resolution recognizes the victims—including a federal judge, congressional staff members, and a nine-year-old child—and commends the survivors for their resilience, particularly Giffords for becoming an advocate against gun violence and for civility in public life. It also praises the Tucson community and first responders for their compassionate response to the tragedy. As a concurrent resolution, this is a symbolic measure expressing Congress's values rather than creating new law or requiring funding; it reaffirms the institution's commitment to condemning political violence and promoting respectful democratic discourse.
ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Nov 20, 2025·Nov 20, 2025 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
International AffairsD1R1(2 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
H.Res. 904 is a symbolic resolution recognizing November 30, 2025, as "Yom Haplitim" or "Jewish Refugee Day" in the United States. The resolution commemorates approximately 900,000 Jewish people who were forced to flee Arab and Muslim-majority countries in the Middle East, North Africa, and Gulf region following World War II and the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, ending centuries of continuous Jewish presence in those regions. The resolution acknowledges that many of these refugees became Israeli citizens while others migrated to the United States, where they contributed to American culture and society. The House calls for educational efforts in the United States, Middle East, and North Africa to teach this history of displacement and expresses support for condemning antisemitism and safeguarding Jewish communities against threats. As a House resolution, this legislation is ceremonial in nature and does not require funding or create binding policy, but rather expresses the chamber's official recognition and support for the day.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Sep 18, 2025·Sep 18, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementD3R2(5 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
The Courtney Wild Reinforcing Crime Victims' Rights Act significantly strengthens federal protections for crime victims by requiring prosecutors to notify victims before finalizing plea bargains and case resolutions, allowing victims to hire their own attorneys and access case records, and establishing expedited appeals procedures with courts required to rule on victims' rights cases within 72 hours. The bill also permits victims to seek court orders to reopen or annul plea agreements if they were denied the right to participate in plea negotiations. To enforce these protections, the legislation creates a formal complaint process within the Department of Justice, overseen by the Inspector General, allowing victims to file complaints within 180 days after a case concludes, with decisions required within 180 days and potential penalties or reimbursement for affected victims. The bill mandates that the Department of Justice report annually to Congress on all complaints filed, their outcomes, disciplinary actions taken, and which federal prosecutors have faced multiple complaints.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jul 23, 2025·Jul 23, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
CommerceD6R2(8 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
H.R. 4751 extends federal funding for two existing pool and spa safety programs under the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. Specifically, the bill reauthorizes the Swimming Pool Safety Grant Program and the Education and Awareness Program, which had been authorized only through fiscal year 2023, extending them through fiscal year 2027. This affects states and organizations that receive federal grants to improve water safety standards and conduct public education about drowning prevention and pool hazards. The bill does not specify new funding amounts but rather continues authorization for these programs for three additional fiscal years. The legislation was introduced in July 2025 by Representatives Wasserman Schultz, Carter, and Norcross and was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jul 23, 2025·Jul 23, 2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HealthD23R8(31 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
Reducing Hereditary Cancer Act This bill provides for Medicare coverage of germline mutation testing for individuals with a personal or family history of a hereditary cancer gene mutation or suspected history of hereditary cancer, as well as for associated coverage of risk-reducing surgeries and screenings.
BillHousePassed House
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jul 17, 2025·Jul 17, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthD15R5(20 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Passed
This bill reauthorizes and revises programs of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that support services and education addressing breast and cervical cancer.The bill reauthorizes through FY2030 and makes changes to the CDC’s National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. This program provides grants to states for breast and cervical cancer screening, diagnostic, and treatment services for individuals who have low incomes, are uninsured, or otherwise lack access to such services. The bill increases flexibility in how states may spend grant funds under the program.The Government Accountability Office must report to Congress on the work of the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, including the number of individuals served and barriers to accessing screenings.Also, the bill reauthorizes through FY2031 CDC programs relating to young women’s awareness of breast health and breast cancer. These programs include campaigns to educate young women and health care professionals, research on preventing breast cancer in younger women, and grants for resources and services to young women diagnosed with breast cancer and precancerous conditions.
BillHouseIn Committee
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jul 17, 2025·Jul 17, 2025 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
ImmigrationD15R0(15 co-sponsors)
Committee
The No Cages in the Everglades Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from spending any federal funds to plan, build, lease, operate, or maintain an immigration detention facility within or near the Everglades ecosystem in Florida. The bill affects immigration detention operations in southern Florida's wetland areas, including Everglades National Park and surrounding regions. Additionally, the legislation grants Members of Congress and designated staff the right to conduct announced or unannounced inspections of all immigration detention facilities operated by DHS, with no restrictions based on contracts or agreements between federal and state or local governments. Within 90 days of enactment, the DHS Inspector General must submit an independent report to Congress evaluating the facility's compliance with federal detention standards, accounting for funds spent, assessing environmental and natural disaster risks, and documenting complaints from detained individuals. The bill does not specify new funding amounts but instead restricts how existing DHS appropriations can be used regarding Everglades detention facilities.
ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jul 17, 2025·Jul 17, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International AffairsD1R2(3 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
This House resolution condemns a 1994 bombing of a Jewish community center in Buenos Aires, Argentina, that killed 85 people and injured over 300, and calls for accountability for those responsible. Evidence implicates Iran and its proxy terrorist group Hezbollah in both this attack and an earlier 1992 bombing of the Israeli embassy in Argentina. Argentine courts have since determined Iran's responsibility and approved trials in absentia, with prosecutors seeking arrest warrants for Iranian officials including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei; however, after 31 years, no one has been convicted and brought to justice, with the investigation hampered by misconduct and the suspicious 2015 death of a key prosecutor. The resolution commends Argentina's recent legal reforms and court rulings, and urges INTERPOL and other countries to enforce arrest warrants and designate Hezbollah and Hamas as terrorist organizations. The resolution has no direct funding or programmatic requirements, as it is a statement of congressional position expressing solidarity with victims and demanding international justice cooperation.
ResolutionHouseAgreed To
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Apr 24, 2025·May 14, 2025 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesD5R6(11 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
This resolution calls on elected officials, faith leaders, and civil society leaders to condemn and counter acts of anti-Semitism.
BillHousePassed House
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Apr 7, 2025·Dec 9, 2025 — Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 292.
Armed Forces and National SecurityD20R21(41 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Passed
Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration ActThis bill requires the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) to establish the Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Program to identify deceased members of the Armed Forces who were Jewish and buried in a U.S. military cemetery located outside of the United States under a marker indicating the member was not Jewish. The program must contact survivors and descendants of such members.The ABMC must seek to enter into a contract with a nonprofit organization to carry out the program during the first 10 fiscal years beginning after the date of enactment of the bill.
BillHouseIn Committee
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Apr 3, 2025·Dec 11, 2025 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsD11R11(22 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Committee
Sammy’s LawThis bill requires large social media platforms to permit certain providers of safety software to monitor and manage the activity of children under the age of 17 on such platforms.Specifically, large social media platforms must make available a mechanism by which a child or their parent or guardian may permit a provider of safety software to (1) manage the child’s interactions, content, and account settings on the platform; and (2) regularly access the child’s user data.A software provider may only disclose a child’s data under limited circumstances, including to the child’s parent or guardian if the child is experiencing or is at foreseeable risk of experiencing specified harms. Such harms include suicide, eating disorders, sexual abuse, harassment, and academic dishonesty. The provider may only share data necessary for a reasonable parent or caregiver to understand that the child is experiencing or is at risk of harm.To participate, a software provider must register with the Federal Trade Commission, undergo a security review, and demonstrate that, among other requirements, the provider is based in the United States and will use a child's data solely to protect them from harm.Under the bill, a large social media platform is generally a service that enables a child to share content through the internet with other users that the child has become aware of solely through the platform, and which has more than 100 million monthly global active users or generates more than $1 billion in gross annual revenue.