Social Media Child Protection Act

HR 821, the Social Media Child Protection Act, prohibits social media platforms from allowing children under 16 to access their services. It requires platforms to verify the age of all users (using government ID or other reasonable methods) and implement strict data security measures for user information. Enforcement is primarily handled by the Federal Trade Commission, with states also allowed to sue platforms for violations on behalf of residents. The bill directly affects major platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, and their users under 16. The law takes effect 90 days after enactment.