Cybersecurity Policy Report, Legislation on Children’s Privacy Advances in Arizona, (Mar 4, 2025)
The Arizona state House voted 47-11 to pass a bill that aims to enhance privacy protections for children on social media platforms, such as setting default privacy settings, allowing opt-outs for data collection, and restricting targeted advertising based on personal information.
The Protecting Children on Social Media Act (HB 2861) would require a social media platform that is likely to be accessed by a minor to establish default settings that provide a “high degree of privacy protections” to each user. It would also allow a minor who uses an online service to opt out of the collection and use of the minor’s personal information beyond what is necessary. In addition, the bill would prohibit the use of a minor’s personal information for targeted advertising, with exceptions only for age and location.
The bill (H.B. 2861, Reg Sess.) is sponsored by Rep. Seth Blattman (D.). It has been transferred to the Senate for further consideration.
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