Parental Data Rights Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:06:12Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 564 Parental Data Rights Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Law. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:06 PM

Congressional Summary of S 564

Parental Data Rights Act

This bill establishes parental notification requirements for social media companies that allow minors to create accounts.

Specifically, the bill requires a social media company to (1) collect contact information of a parent or guardian at the time a minor child creates an account, and (2) notify a parent or guardian when a minor child creates an account.

It authorizes a civil action against a social media company that fails to provide, upon request, access to the minor's usage data or the ability to delete a minor's account and associated data.

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Current Status of Bill S 564

Bill S 564 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2023. Bill S 564 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 28, 2023. Bill S 564's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of February 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 564

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 564

Primary Policy Focus

Law

Potential Impact Areas

- Child safety and welfare

- Civil actions and liability

- Family relationships

- Internet, web applications, social media

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 564

Parental Data Rights Act

A bill to permit parents to bring a civil action against social media companies that fail to provide parental access and data control rights with respect to the social media accounts of minor children, and for other purposes.