HB 1453 — Social Media Platforms - Vloggers And Video Content Featuring Minors (Child Influencers Protection Act)
HB 1453, also known as the Child Influencers Protection Act, is a proposed Maryland bill aimed at protecting minors featured in video content on social media platforms. The legislation seeks to establish guidelines for the ethical treatment and safety of child influencers, addressing concerns around exploitation and inappropriate content exposure. It focuses on ensuring that minors in vlogging and video content are safeguarded from potential harms, aligning with child safety policies on digital platforms.
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