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This bill establishes new regulations for social media platforms to protect children under 18 in Minnesota from targeted algorithmic content. The legislation defines key terms like "social media algorithm" (software that prioritizes and directs content to users), "recommendation feature" (tools that target users with content based on engagement metrics), and "social media platform" (interactive online services allowing user-generated content). The bill prohibits social media platforms with over 1 million global account holders from using algorithms to target content to minors in Minnesota, requiring verifiable parental consent for new accounts. Platforms can still display content chronologically, show content a user has selected, and provide search results. The bill includes exceptions for parental controls, educational content, and government-generated content. If a social media platform violates these provisions and knowingly targets a minor, they can be liable for damages, including a statutory penalty of $1,000 per violation (up to $100,000 annually per account holder). The "Stop Online Targeting Against Kids Act" (SOTA Kids Act) will take effect on January 1, 2026, and aims to protect children from potentially harmful algorithmic content targeting.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1528&ssn=0&y=2025