Kids City
About Kids City
More than 140 million Americans, half of our nation, are now online. 90 percent of the children in America between the ages of 5 and 17 now use computers and 65 percent of 10-13 year olds use the Internet today. Usage among even the youngest members of our society is significant, with more than 84 percent of 5-9 year olds using computers at home, school, or both.1 Our nation's youngest citizens are increasingly gaining access to the Internet. How children use the Internet and what they are exposed to while online are topics that have long been examined, discussed, applauded, and criticized. These examples of widespread use of the Internet by children in all aspects of their lives demonstrate the demand for a domain designed for children. Interested parties and individuals ranging from parents and educators to communities and members of Congress have all expressed great excitement at the potential benefits of a distinct place on the Internet for our nation's children. To accomplish the goal of establishing a place for children on the Internet, the Dot Kids Implementation and Efficiency Act of 2002, Public Law No. 107-317 (herein referred to as the "kids.us Act"), was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives in the 107th Congress, and with nearly unanimous support was approved by both the House and the U.S. Senate. Enactment of the kids.us Act demonstrates the strong commitment by our nation's leaders to create a rewarding online experience for our nation's youth.
