Utah to Require Parental Consent for Children to Use Social Media

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Under Utah's new regulations, children and teens will need parental consent to open a social media account. The law will also give parents full access to the minor’s account.

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Spencer Cox signed two bills on Thursday aimed at regulating how and whenOne of the bills, SB152, will require social-media companies to verify that users are at least 18 years old to open an account as of March 1, 2024. Those under age 18 will need the consent of a parent or guardian to open an account. The law will also give parents full access to the minor’s account.

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