Bill > HB1650

This bill establishes an Age-Appropriate Design Code Act that creates comprehensive privacy and safety regulations for online services and platforms that are likely to be accessed by minors. The bill defines a "covered business" as an entity that generates most of its revenue online, collects personal data, and has products reasonably likely to be accessed by minors. It requires businesses to configure default privacy settings to the highest level of protection for minors, including hiding account existence, disabling direct messaging with adults, preventing location sharing, and disabling push notifications. The law prohibits businesses from collecting or using minors' personal data beyond what is necessary to provide the specific service, restricts algorithmic recommendations, and mandates transparency about data collection and usage. Businesses must also implement age assurance methods that protect user privacy, immediately delete unnecessary data, and provide appeal processes for age determinations. The Attorney General is tasked with developing rules to enforce these provisions, with the law set to take effect on January 1, 2027. Violations will be considered unfair or deceptive trade practices, and the law is designed to protect minors' online experiences without infringing on their rights or ability to access information.

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