The proposed "App Store Accountability Act" aims to regulate app store providers and developers, particularly concerning the activities of minors. The bill mandates that app store providers verify the age of account holders and obtain verifiable parental consent before allowing minors to download apps, make purchases, or engage in in-app transactions. App store providers must implement a method for obtaining this consent and notify parents of any significant changes to apps that may affect minors. Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of developers in notifying app store providers of significant changes and ensuring compliance with age rating restrictions.

The legislation also establishes civil penalties for violations, allowing individuals to bring civil actions for damages and authorizing the attorney general to enforce compliance. It specifies that app store providers and developers cannot enforce contracts against minors without parental consent and prohibits the sharing of age category data beyond what is necessary for compliance. The act emphasizes the protection of minors from inappropriate content and ensures that app store providers take reasonable measures to prevent the distribution of unlawful or obscene material.