SB 187 — Consumer Protection, App Store Providers And Developers Required To Take Certain Actions Related To Age Verification And Parental Consent, Attorney General Authorized To Bring Action For Violations As Deceptive Trade Practice, Parents Authorized
SB 187 requires app store providers and developers to implement age verification and obtain parental consent for certain activities involving minors. The bill authorizes the Alabama Attorney General to bring legal action for violations as a deceptive trade practice and allows parents to file civil actions. The legislation is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and has been referred to the Senate Committee on Children and Youth Health.
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