S 289 — An Act Relating To Age-Appropriate Design Code
S 289 introduces an age-appropriate design code aimed at protecting minors from harmful digital content and design practices. The bill seeks to ensure that digital platforms and services are designed with the safety and well-being of children in mind. It addresses concerns related to online grooming, data collection, and addictive design features that may harm minors. The legislation is currently under review in the 2023-2024 legislative session.
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