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ID S1253

ID S1253
Adds to existing law to establish provisions requiring certain internet filters on computer devices used by children.


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Introduced
01/29/2024
In Committee
02/13/2024
Crossed Over
02/12/2024
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RELATING TO CHILDREN'S DEVICE PROTECTION; AMENDING TITLE 48, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW CHAPTER 21, TITLE 48, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A SHORT TITLE, TO PROVIDE A DECLARATION OF POLICY, TO DEFINE TERMS, TO REQUIRE INTERNET FILTERING ON CERTAIN DEVICES, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING MANUFACTURER LIABILITY, AND TO PROVIDE FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL PROCEEDINGS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Children's Device Protection Act in Idaho, which requires all devices such as tablets and smartphones manufactured after January 1, 2025 and activated in the state to contain a filter that prevents minors from accessing obscene material through internet browsers or search engines. The bill defines key terms, outlines requirements for manufacturers to enable the filters and allow users to deactivate them with a password, and establishes civil and criminal liability for manufacturers whose devices do not comply with the law and allow minors to access obscene content. The bill also empowers the state Attorney General to seek injunctions, civil penalties, and other remedies against non-compliant manufacturers. The bill declares an emergency and will take effect on July 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Justice

Sponsors (20)

Other Sponsors (1)

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

Last Action

Read First Time, Referred to State Affairs (on 02/13/2024)

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