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This bill requires social media platforms to delete all personal information associated with an account when that account is deleted by the account holder, meaning any information linked or reasonably linkable to an identified or identifiable person. This deletion applies to information pertaining to the deleted account itself or data collected directly through its use by the account holder or another user. The bill defines key terms like "account holder" as someone with a profile on a social media platform, "personal information" as data linked to an identifiable person (excluding publicly available or de-identified data), and "social media platform" as a website or app allowing users to create accounts and communicate through posts. Importantly, if a social media platform fails to comply with this deletion requirement, individuals can file a civil lawsuit seeking damages, court costs, and attorney fees, and this law will take effect on January 1, 2027.

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