Indiana HB1178 regulates social media providers' creation and maintenance of accounts for minors.

Indiana HB1178 sets requirements for social media providers regarding accounts for minors. It mandates that providers may not create accounts for individuals under 14 without verifiable parental consent. For minors, providers must configure accounts to maximize privacy and disable certain features. Providers must also periodically verify account holders' ages and terminate accounts of minors without consent. The bill outlines specific remedies for violations, including injunctive relief, damages, and attorney's fees.

Indiana HB1178 regulates social media providers' creation and maintenance of accounts for minors.

Indiana HB1178 sets requirements for social media providers regarding accounts for minors. It mandates that providers may not create accounts for individuals under 14 without verifiable parental consent. For minors, providers must configure accounts to maximize privacy and disable certain features. Providers must also periodically verify account holders' ages and terminate accounts of minors without consent. The bill outlines specific remedies for violations, including injunctive relief, damages, and attorney's fees.