social media platforms; user restrictions

HB 4082 proposes that social media platforms in Arizona must restrict users under 16 from accessing content and engaging in social interactions. The bill requires platforms to implement age-appropriate design features, default safety settings, and annual risk assessments to address potential harms to minors. Platforms must also publish safety policies detailing risk categories and mitigation strategies, while maintaining compliance records for three years. This legislation directly affects social media companies operating in Arizona, mandating specific safety measures without restricting business transactions or advertising.