H.R. 10207
GUARDIAN Act
Summary:
• The GUARDIAN Act prohibits covered platforms (social media-style websites and apps) from processing the personal data of users under age 16 without first obtaining verifiable parental consent.
• Parents may withdraw consent at any time, after which the platform must terminate the minor's account and delete their personal data within 10 days.
• Enforcement is handled by the Federal Trade Commission, with additional authority granted to state attorneys general to bring civil actions on behalf of state residents.
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• Parents may withdraw consent at any time, after which the platform must terminate the minor's account and delete their personal data within 10 days.
• Enforcement is handled by the Federal Trade Commission, with additional authority granted to state attorneys general to bring civil actions on behalf of state residents.
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