Bill > HB0019

This bill introduces a new legal framework for social media access by minors in Wyoming, requiring parental consent for anyone under 18 to create or maintain a social media account. The legislation defines key terms such as "social media platform" (an online forum where users can create profiles and interact) and establishes specific requirements for social media companies. Under this bill, social media companies must obtain explicit consent from a parent or guardian before allowing a minor to have an account, and must develop robust verification processes to confirm this consent. The attorney general is tasked with creating detailed rules about how parental consent can be obtained, verified, and potentially revoked, including specific methods for parents to provide or withdraw consent. The bill gives the attorney general enforcement power through the Wyoming Consumer Protection Act, allowing legal action against social media companies that fail to comply with these new regulations. Notably, while the bill passes immediately, the actual implementation of Section 1 is delayed until July 1, 2025, giving social media companies and parents time to prepare for the new requirements. The legislation aims to provide additional protection for minors in the digital space by ensuring parental involvement in their social media usage.

https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0019