Bill looks to ban platforms with “dark patterns” Ian Price April 18, 2019 1 minute read Virginia US Senator Mark Warner has rolled out the first in a series of bills aimed at regulating social media companies that use so-called “dark patterns.” WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: String of thefts from cars in north Roanoke CountyNext: Alternative unis for the Sox; Dawgs open semifinal series tonight Related Stories Virginia Supreme Court allows redistricting referendum to go ahead Clark Palmer February 13, 2026 0 Congressional candidate voices support for Virginia Tech professor who was the subject of an alleged racist attack Clark Palmer February 12, 2026 0 Barn fire on property where Homeplace Restaurant set to reopen soon Gene Marrano February 12, 2026 0