Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act

# Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act Summary **What It Would Do:** This bill aims to strengthen privacy protections for children and teenagers online. It would establish new rules for how websites, apps, and social media platforms collect, use, and share personal information from young users. The legislation would likely give the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) authority to enforce these protections and could allow parents, teens, or state attorneys general to take legal action against companies that violate the rules. The bill also addresses concerns about targeted advertising to minors and data security practices. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects social media companies, tech platforms, and websites that collect data from users under 18.

It would also impact parents and teenagers by giving them greater control over personal information online. Advertisers and marketing companies that target young audiences could face new restrictions on how they use data. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6291 remains in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Tim Walberg (R-MI) in the 119th Congress. Until it moves forward in the legislative process, it remains a proposal rather than law.