The proposed bill introduces the "Children's Device Protection Act" by adding a new chapter to Title 48 of the Idaho Code. This legislation aims to protect minors from accessing harmful content online by requiring that all tablets and smartphones manufactured after January 1, 2026, include internet filtering software. The bill outlines the responsibilities of manufacturers, including the requirement to activate a filter that blocks obscene material upon device activation, determine the age of the user, and provide mechanisms for users to manage the filter settings. Additionally, it establishes definitions for key terms such as "device," "filter," and "minor," and emphasizes the importance of mental health in the context of minors' internet usage.

Furthermore, the bill holds manufacturers liable if their devices do not comply with the filtering requirements and a minor accesses obscene material. It provides for civil penalties and allows the Attorney General to take action against manufacturers who violate the provisions of the act, including seeking injunctions and recovering costs associated with enforcement. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with the filtering requirements becoming mandatory starting January 1, 2026.