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SB 262 requires social media platforms to prohibit users under 16 years old who are Alaska residents from creating accounts and to terminate existing accounts of such minors within 90 days (allowing time to dispute). It also bans platforms from using personal data of users under 18 for tailored content recommendations and mandates permanent deletion of terminated accounts' data. The law applies to platforms with at least 10% of daily active users under 18 spending two+ hours daily, plus features like endless scrolling or frequent notifications. Affected minors’ parents or guardians may sue for up to $10,000 in damages if platforms knowingly violate these rules.
HB 367 establishes Alaska's Consumer Personal Information Privacy Act, requiring businesses that collect personal data to notify consumers about what information is gathered, how it will be used, and provide opt-out rights for data sales. It mandates data brokers to register with the state and restricts the disclosure of social security numbers except in specific cases like government duties or financial transactions. The law makes unauthorized data sharing or misuse by businesses unfair trade practices, with enforcement under existing consumer protection rules. These provisions directly affect businesses operating in Alaska that handle consumer personal information.
HB 318 requires social media platforms to default to non-addictive content delivery systems for minors (residents of Alaska under 18) without parental permission. It bans targeted advertising, excessive data collection, public account visibility, and notifications during school hours or late at night (10 PM-7 AM) for minors, unless parents opt out. Parental consent for addictive features must be verifiable and privacy-protective. The law directly affects social media platforms operating in Alaska and empowers parents to control their minor children's online experience while prohibiting manipulative design practices.
