Senate Bill No. 931 establishes new regulations for social media platforms regarding the protection of minor users, defined as individuals under eighteen years of age. The bill mandates that social media companies implement reasonable age verification methods to identify minor users and set default privacy settings that prioritize the security of these accounts. Specific requirements include limiting visibility and sharing capabilities of minor users' accounts, disabling certain engagement features, and providing clear notices about data collection and usage. Additionally, the bill requires platforms to offer supervisory tools for parents or guardians, allowing them to monitor and manage their child's social media usage.
The legislation also stipulates that social media platforms cannot allow minors to change their default privacy settings without verifiable written consent from a parent or guardian. It includes provisions for an appeal process for users who wish to contest their age designation and grants the Attorney General the authority to take civil action against platforms that violate these regulations. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.