Technology (Social Media)

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3185: Creates the Social Media User Rights and Deletion Act

HB 3185, the Social Media User Rights and Deletion Act, requires large social media platforms (those with over $100 million in annual revenue) operating in the state to provide a clear, visible "Delete Account" button that allows users to permanently remove their accounts and all associated personal information. The bill mandates that this button must be immediately accessible within the platform, with a simple deletion process, and prohibits platforms from using deceptive design (like confusing menus or "dark patterns") to delay or block deletions. It also specifies that logging back into an account after requesting deletion does not cancel the request. Violations would be treated as unlawful business practices under existing consumer protection laws, with enforcement handled by the attorney general. The bill is currently in early legislative stages, having been introduced in February 2026.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates clear account deletion for user data privacy, prohibiting deceptive design to protect personal information.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Social Media

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 3393: Establishes the "Megan Meier Act"

HB 3393, the "Missouri Social Media Safety for Minors Act," requires social media platforms operating in Missouri to implement age verification for users under 18. Minors under 16 cannot create accounts without a parent or guardian, while those aged 16-17 need verified parental consent. Platforms must offer parents tools to monitor activity, delete accounts within 10 days, and restrict messaging from unverified adults. The bill also bans addictive features (like infinite scroll) and advertising to minors under 16, with violations subject to $50,000 fines per violation enforced by the attorney general.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates social media platforms to protect minors' data privacy and restrict addictive features, aligning with consumer protection goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Missouri · House Feb 17, 2026

HB 3015: Establishes provisions relating to civil liability for publishing or distributing material harmful to minors on the internet

HB 3015 requires commercial websites and social media platforms (like apps or online services) to verify users are 18+ before accessing content classified as "sexual material harmful to minors" - defined as material appealing to minors' prurient interest, depicting sexual acts, or lacking value for minors. It mandates reasonable age verification (using ID or transactional data) but prohibits retaining user identity data. The law exempts news organizations, public interest broadcasts, and internet service providers from liability for content they don’t create. Violators face civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day, plus potential fines for failing to verify or retaining identifying information.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates age verification for minors' content access while prohibiting identity data retention, balancing child protection with privacy safeguards in tech platforms.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Digital Government Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Missouri · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 3077: Requires school districts to develop instructional materials regarding the responsible use of social media

HB 3077 requires all public school districts to develop and implement a mandatory curriculum on responsible social media use for students, beginning in the 2027-28 school year. The curriculum must cover specific topics including social/emotional effects on teens, mental health impacts, disinformation risks, online safety, cyberbullying identification, and reporting procedures. School districts may use third-party approved materials instead of creating their own, and must also provide families with resources on parental controls, screen time limits, and digital well-being. The bill directly affects K-12 students and school districts across the state by mandating structured education on navigating social media safely.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates K-12 curriculum on social media safety, enhancing student digital literacy and well-being through required educational content.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates education on social media risks including disinformation and cyberbullying, promoting safer technology engagement for students.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education School Safety Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Missouri · House Mar 26, 2026

HB 1792: Establishes the Media Literacy and Critical Thinking Act

HB 1792 establishes a two-year pilot program (2027-2029) to integrate media literacy into K-12 public schools across 5-7 diverse districts. The program requires schools to teach students to analyze news, identify misinformation, understand algorithms, practice digital safety, and recognize bias in media - including social media and online content - while connecting these skills to First Amendment rights. The Department of Education will study pilot outcomes and develop statewide guidelines and potential standards by 2030, focusing on practical classroom strategies for critical media evaluation. This bill directly affects public school districts, educators, and students in the participating schools during the pilot period.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationIntegrates media literacy into K-12 curriculum, teaching critical analysis of media and bias, enhancing student skills per First Amendment rights.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyTeaches digital safety, algorithm analysis, and critical media literacy for online content - directly advancing responsible technology use and digital rights education in schools.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education School Safety Social Media

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 2392: Establishes the "Missouri Social Media Safety for Minors Act"

HB 2392, the "Missouri Social Media Safety for Minors Act," prohibits social media platforms from allowing users under 14 to create or maintain accounts and requires verified parental consent for minors aged 14-16. It mandates platforms to implement secure age-verification processes (without requiring government ID), protect user privacy, and offer parents tools to monitor activity, delete accounts, or limit messaging with unverified adults. The bill bans addictive design features (like infinite scroll), direct messaging from unverified adults to minors, and targeted advertising based on minors' personal data. Violations are deemed unlawful practices, allowing the attorney general or affected parents to seek civil penalties up to $50,000 per violation.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates social media platforms to protect minors' data privacy, mandates age verification without government ID, and restricts addictive features, aligning with consumer protection goals.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 1747: Allows a person to bring a cause of action against another person or entity for damages for failing to state certain content is generated or modified using artificial intelligence

HB 1747 requires anyone publishing AI-generated or AI-modified images, videos, or audio to include a clear, visible, or audible label stating the content was created or altered using artificial intelligence. This applies to all publishers and disseminators of such content, including social media platforms, news outlets, and other entities. The bill creates a legal right for individuals who suffer harm due to a failure to label such content to sue the publisher for damages. The label must be developed by the secretary of state and used consistently across all AI-generated media.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires AI content labeling to prevent deception, enabling lawsuits for non-compliance - regulates tech for consumer protection in digital transparency.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Social Media

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in committee · Missouri · House Feb 26, 2026

HB 2361: Establishes provisions relating to altered sexual depictions

HB 2361 makes it a crime to create, share, or possess nonconsensual digital alterations of a person's sexual images (like deepfakes showing someone in explicit acts they never participated in). It targets platforms hosting user-generated content (e.g., social media, apps) by requiring them to establish a clear removal process for such content by December 2026, allowing victims to request takedowns within 48 hours. Violators face a class C felony charge, and victims can sue for $10,000 or actual damages plus legal fees. The law explicitly states disclaimers about lack of consent do not prevent criminal liability. It directly affects individuals whose images are manipulated without consent and platforms that host such content.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates criminal penalties for nonconsensual deepfakes and enables victim civil remedies, directly protecting individuals from digital exploitation under criminal law.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates tech platforms to prevent nonconsensual deepfakes, protecting user privacy and digital rights through mandatory takedown procedures for harmful content.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Social Media

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