HB12
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Create new sections of KRS Chapter 367 to define terms; prohibit a minor under 14 years old from contracting with a social media platform to become an account holder; require social media platforms to terminate any account held by an account holder younger than 14 years old; prohibit minors who are 14 or 15 years old from contracting with a social media platform to become an account holder without parental consent; require social media platforms…
Introduced: February 19, 2025
Last action: March 4, 2025
Plain-language summary
This bill sets new rules for social media platforms and app stores to limit access by children under 16. Children under 14 could not create a social media account at all, and those who are 14 or 15 would need a parent's permission. Platforms would be required to delete accounts and all personal data of underage users who do not meet these requirements, and app stores would need to verify user ages and get parental…
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