Requires age verification and parent or guardian consent for minor's use of social media platform; prohibits certain messaging between adults and minors on social media platform.
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Overview
This bill aims to protect minors online by requiring social media platforms to verify a user’s age and obtain parental or guardian consent before a minor can create an account. It also prohibits certain direct messaging between adults and minors on these platforms. The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs will be responsible for enforcing the law and can impose civil penalties for violations.
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Joseph Vitale
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