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MS SB2388
Bill
AI Summary
- Establishes a duty of care for covered platforms (social media, online games, video streaming, messaging apps) when contracting with users under 18 years old
- Prohibits adults from initiating connections with minors, sending direct messages to unconnected minors, or viewing minor profiles unless the minor initiates the connection
- Requires platforms to notify parents/legal representatives within 24 hours when a minor makes a microtransaction, is exposed to sexually explicit material, or connects with an adult
- Exempts common carriers, broadband providers, email services, nonprofits, schools, libraries, news/sports sites, and government domains from the requirements
- Creates civil liability for platform owners/operators who violate the act, including damages, court costs, and attorney's fees; takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Kids Online Protection and Anti-Grooming Act; enact.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division A1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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