To require providers of social media platforms to prohibit children under the age of 16 from accessing such social media platforms, and for other purposes.
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Committee
Latest Action · February 10, 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.
Social Media Child Protection Act
This bill limits access to social media platforms by children and requires all individuals to verify their age before accessing such platforms.
Specifically, a social media platform may not permit children under the age of 16 to access the platform. In addition, a social media platform must require all individuals to verify their age by providing a valid identity document (e.g., government-issued identification) or using another reasonable verification method before accessing the platform.
The platforms must also establish and maintain reasonable procedures to protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the personal information of users and prospective users.
The bill provides for enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission, state attorneys general, and private right of action.
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