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MD HB772
MD HB772Internet–Connected Devices and Internet Service Providers – Default Filtering of Obscene Content (Maryland Online Child Protection Act)
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Introduced
01/31/2024
01/31/2024
In Committee
01/31/2024
01/31/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibiting a person from selling an Internet-connected device that is intended for minors unless the device is sold with a certain filter, certain privacy settings, and other features; making a violation of the prohibition an unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practice that is subject to the enforcement and penalties under the Maryland Consumer Protection Act; requiring that preference be given to certain grant applications that include the use of broadband providers that implement the use of certain filters; etc.
AI Summary
This bill, the Maryland Online Child Protection Act, prohibits the sale of internet-connected devices intended for minors unless they are sold with an activated filter to block content harmful to minors and have configurable privacy settings. It also requires state agencies and schools to give preference to internet service providers that implement the use of filters by default. The bill aims to protect minors from accessing obscene content and limit the collection and use of their personal data on these devices.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Economic Matters Hearing (13:00:00 2/20/2024 ) (on 02/20/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0772?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/hb/hb0772f.pdf |
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