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Introduced
02/09/2023
02/09/2023
In Committee
03/06/2023
03/06/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Introduced Session
93rd Legislature 2023-2024
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to consumer protection; prohibiting certain social media algorithms that target children; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 325F.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits certain social media algorithms that target children in Minnesota. It defines key terms such as "social media algorithm," "social media platform," and "user-generated content." The bill prohibits social media platforms with over 1 million global users from using algorithms to target content to Minnesota users under 18, with some exceptions for chronological feeds, user-selected content, and search results. It holds platforms liable for violations, allowing for damages, statutory penalties, and other penalties. The bill includes exemptions for parental controls, content from government and educational entities, and is effective starting January 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (14)
Kristin Robbins (R)*,
Ben Bakeberg (R),
Peggy Bennett (R),
Elliott Engen (R),
Sandra Feist (D),
Pat Garofalo (R),
Bobbie Harder (R),
Walter Hudson (R),
Krista Knudsen (R),
Anne Neu Brindley (R),
Harry Niska (R),
Peggy Scott (R),
Zack Stephenson (D),
Natalie Zeleznikar (R),
Last Action
Author added Bakeberg (on 04/04/2024)
Bill Topics
Banking, Finance, and Domestic Commerce
- ‐ Consumer Safety and Consumer Fraud
Space, Science, Technology, and Communications
- ‐ Internet and Computer Issues
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1503&ssn=0&y=2023 | 02/09/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=HF1503&version=1&session=ls93&session_year=2023&session_number=0&format=pdf | 03/06/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=HF1503&version=0&session=ls93&session_year=2023&session_number=0&format=pdf | 02/09/2023 |
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