This bill introduces new regulations for social media platforms concerning the management of accounts for minors under 18 years old. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 325M.33, to enhance transparency by requiring platforms to disclose their age estimation processes and provide detailed statistics on user interactions. Additionally, a new section, 325M.40, is added to define terms related to minors and social media, and mandates protective measures against addictive features and targeted advertising for child users. Key provisions include the necessity for platforms to estimate users' ages based on activity, obtain verifiable parental consent for child accounts, and maximize privacy settings for these accounts.

The bill also establishes enforcement mechanisms, allowing parents or children to pursue legal action against platforms that fail to comply with the new requirements. Contracts formed in violation of these regulations will be deemed void and unenforceable, with potential damages including statutory and punitive damages for reckless conduct. Violations are classified as deceptive trade practices, empowering the attorney general to enforce compliance. The provisions of this bill are set to take effect on July 1, 2027, and will apply to accounts created before, on, or after that date.

Statutes affected:
4th Engrossment: 325M.31, 325M.33
5th Engrossment: 325M.33
1st Unofficial Engrossment: 325M.33