Bill > SF2614

This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for social media platforms' interactions with minors ages 14 and younger in Minnesota. The legislation requires social media platforms to prohibit users under 14 from creating accounts, mandating that any existing accounts for users under 14 be terminated within 90 days, with options for account holders or their parents/guardians to request early termination. For 14 and 15-year-old users, parental consent is required to maintain an account. The bill defines a "social media platform" as an online service with specific characteristics, such as allowing user-generated content, having algorithms that analyze user data, and featuring potentially addictive elements like infinite scrolling or push notifications. The law provides enforcement mechanisms through the state Attorney General, who can levy penalties up to $50,000 per violation and potentially assess punitive damages for consistent violations. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for anonymous age verification for websites containing material potentially harmful to minors, requiring commercial entities to implement robust age verification methods that protect users' personal information. The legislation aims to protect minors from potential negative impacts of social media usage by creating strict guidelines for platform interactions and access. The law is set to take effect on August 1, 2025, and applies to causes of action arising on or after that date.