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This bill, aimed at protecting youth information, prohibits certain nonschool youth programs, referred to as "covered entities," from using a youth's identifying information, such as pictures, videos, audio recordings, likenesses, or attributed statements, for any purpose unless specific conditions are met. These conditions allow for the use of such information for "marketing purposes" – which includes promotions, newsletters, social media, and other public materials – only if the program obtains explicit written consent from the parent or guardian. This consent must be given after the program provides a clear notice detailing how the information will be used, in a document separate from enrollment forms, and must explain the reason for the request. Crucially, the bill forbids programs from making participation contingent on consent, selling or sharing this youth information, or using it for any purpose other than what was specifically agreed upon. Parents or guardians can sue a program for violations and may be awarded up to $5,000 per youth whose information was improperly disclosed, along with other potential remedies like injunctions and legal fees.

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