SB 2886 — Material Harmful To Minors; Provide For Liability For Any Entity That Distributes On The Internet Without Age Verification
SB 2886 seeks to impose liability on entities that distribute material harmful to minors on the internet without implementing age verification measures. The bill aims to protect minors from accessing harmful content by requiring age verification for distribution platforms. It falls under the child_safety domain, addressing risks related to minors on social platforms and age verification. The bill was introduced in the 2023 Mississippi legislative session but died in committee.
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