Illinois is getting a piece of Meta's proposed $17B settlement. Where's the money going?

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Original Load Date Aug. 26, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
Last Updated Aug. 26, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-is-getting-a-piece-of-metas-proposed-17b-settlement-wheres-the-money-going/3980812/

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Meta has agreed to one of the largest court settlements in American history at $17 billion dollars, stemming from a lawsuit brought on by 29 states. The lawsuit alleged the parent company of Facebook and Instagram designed its platforms to exploit young users. If the settlement agreement is approve...