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Increased parental control over children's apps and minor data protection.

The Act imposes new obligations on large App Stores and app developers regarding user age verification and obtaining parental consent for minors to download apps. Parents will gain greater control over what data their children share and what apps they download, as stores must obtain explicit consent before each transaction or download. These changes aim to enhance children's online safety and ensure transparency regarding the collection of their personal data.
Key points
Mandatory Age Verification: App stores must verify the age of users and, if they are minors (under 18), link their account to a parental account.
Required Parental Consent: Before a minor downloads or purchases an app (or makes an in-app purchase), the store must obtain verifiable parental consent after providing detailed information about the data collected.
Data Protection: Stores and app developers must protect personal data related to age verification and cannot share minors' age data with unaffiliated third parties.
Notification of Changes: Parents must be notified and must re-consent if an app makes significant changes (e.g., changes its privacy policy, adds new monetization features, or changes the category of data collected).
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1586
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2025-05-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

App Store Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1586.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory Age Verification: App stores must verify the age of users and, if they are minors (under 18), link their account to a parental account.
  • Required Parental Consent: Before a minor downloads or purchases an app (or makes an in-app purchase), the store must obtain verifiable parental consent after providing detailed information about the data collected.
  • Data Protection: Stores and app developers must protect personal data related to age verification and cannot share minors' age data with unaffiliated third parties.
  • Notification of Changes: Parents must be notified and must re-consent if an app makes significant changes (e.g., changes its privacy policy, adds new monetization features, or changes the category of data collected).
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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