Trade: business practices; parental consent for social media use; require. Creates new act.
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Overview
The Social Media Children Protection Act establishes requirements for social media companies operating in Michigan. Starting June 30, 2026, companies must verify the age of users and obtain parental consent for minors seeking accounts. Existing account holders will also be required to verify their age and parental consent within 14 days of their first attempt to access the account. The act also mandates parental supervision tools and allows for civil penalties for violations, including fines and legal fees.
Key provisions
- Social media companies must verify the age of applicants and existing account holders.
- Parental consent is required for minors to create social media accounts.
- Social media companies must provide parental supervision tools, including privacy settings, time restrictions, and access controls.
- A 14-day window exists for existing account holders to verify age and obtain parental consent.
- Social media companies cannot retain personal identifying information used for age verification or parental consent.
- Parents can revoke consent at any time.
- The attorney general can investigate and pursue civil actions for violations, including fines.
- Contracts cannot include provisions that waive or limit requirements of this act.
Who is affected
- Social media companies operating in Michigan
- Minors under the age of 16
- Parents or guardians of minors
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