HB 6253 — An Act Establishing A Connecticut Age-Appropriate Design Code
HB 6253 establishes an age-appropriate design code to protect children's privacy online by requiring digital services to implement design standards that are appropriate for minors. The bill focuses on children's safety and privacy in digital environments. It is part of broader efforts to regulate how platforms handle data and content related to minors. The bill is currently under review following a public hearing in February 2023.
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