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ID S1417

ID S1417
Adds to existing law to establish the Parental Rights in Social Media Act.


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Introduced
03/08/2024
In Committee
03/11/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RELATING TO SOCIAL MEDIA COMPANIES; AMENDING TITLE 48, IDAHO CODE, BY THE AD- DITION OF A NEW CHAPTER 21, TITLE 48, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A SHORT TI- TLE, TO DEFINE TERMS, TO PROVIDE FOR AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS AND TO PROVIDE FOR PARENTAL CONSENT, TO PROVIDE FOR IN- VESTIGATIVE AND ENFORCEMENT POWERS OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL, TO PROVIDE FOR A PRIVATE RIGHT OF ACTION, TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN WAIVERS, AND TO PRO- VIDE SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Parental Rights in Social Media Act in Idaho. It defines key terms like "social media company" and "social media platform", and sets age requirements for minors to have accounts on social media platforms, requiring parental consent. The bill gives the state Attorney General investigative and enforcement powers to ensure compliance, and allows Idaho minors to bring private lawsuits against social media companies for violations that cause harm. The bill also prohibits waivers of its provisions and declares the act severable if any part is found invalid.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

Last Action

Reported Printed; referred to State Affairs (on 03/11/2024)

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