The proposed bill amends Minnesota Statutes to establish regulations regarding the compensation of minors involved in internet content creation. It introduces new definitions, including "online platform," "content creation," and "content creator," while updating the existing statute to include provisions for minors featured in content. Specifically, it outlines the criteria under which a minor is considered engaged in content creation, stipulating that minors under 14 are prohibited from participating, while those aged 14 to 18 can create and publish their own content. The bill mandates that any compensation generated from content featuring minors must be placed in a trust account until the minor reaches adulthood.

Additionally, the bill requires content creators to maintain detailed records of minors involved in their content and establishes a civil action for minors or their representatives to enforce compliance with these regulations. It also allows individuals aged 13 and older, who were featured as minors, to request the permanent deletion of their content from online platforms. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to protect the rights and earnings of minors in the rapidly evolving landscape of digital content creation.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 181A.03, 181A.07
1st Engrossment: 181A.03, 181A.07
2nd Engrossment: 181A.03
3rd Engrossment: 181A.03