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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the Social Media Data Clean Slate Act. A social media platform shall provide a clear and conspicuous button that enables a user to delete the user's account that satisfies specified requirements. Provides that the social media platform shall, when the button is clicked, provide a user with the steps necessary to complete an account deletion request, which shall include deletion of the user's personal information. Sets forth additional provisions concerning the account and personal information deletion process. Provides that any waiver of the rights provided under the Act shall be void and unenforceable. Provides that the Attorney General shall adopt rules necessary to implement and enforce the Act. Effective January 1, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill, the Social Media Data Clean Slate Act, mandates that social media platforms provide a clear and easily accessible button for users to delete their accounts and personal information, preventing the use of "dark patterns" (tricky design elements that trick users) to hinder this process. It defines "dark pattern" as a user interface designed to subvert user autonomy, and "personal information" and "clear and conspicuous" according to existing laws. The Act requires platforms to delete user data and notify third parties to do the same, with limited exceptions for legal or security reasons, and states that any attempt by a user to waive these rights will be void. The Attorney General is empowered to create rules and enforce the Act, which will take effect on January 1, 2027, treating violations as unlawful practices under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/10/2026)
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