Communications: social media; addictive feeds for minors by social media platforms; prohibit. Creates new act.
What changed between versions
The definition of 'minor' was changed from an individual under 18 years old to an individual under 16 years old.
The bill removed definitions for 'addictive feed' and 'addictive internet-based service' and replaced them with definitions for 'social media platform' and 'interactive computer service'.
New requirements mandate that social media companies verify the age of applicants and obtain parental consent for minors before allowing them to open an account.
New provisions require social media companies to verify the age and obtain parental consent for existing accounts within 14 days of the minor's first access attempt.
The bill now allows parents to revoke consent at any time, requiring the company to withhold access until the minor turns 16 or consent is re-obtained.
Provisions restricting algorithmic feeds and limiting notifications during specific hours were removed as the focus shifted from feed mechanics to account access.
The bill now declares certain contractual provisions void and unenforceable, a provision not present in the original version.