SB 196

Abstract

Requires business that provides online product, service or feature that child is reasonably likely to access to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks to child from online product, service or feature. Restricts manner in which business may collect or use personal information of child. Requires business that provides online product, service or feature that child is reasonably likely to access to complete and retain Data Protection Impact Assessment. Requires business to provide upon request completed assessment to Attorney General. Authorizes Attorney General to bring action for injunctive relief, civil penalties or attorney fees and enforcement costs and disbursements against business for violations. Establishes Task Force on Age-Appropriate Design. Requires task force to study how children access, use and are affected by online products, services and features and methods for mitigating risks. Provides that requirements and restrictions become operative July 1, 2024. Sunsets task force on January 2, 2025.