Maryland SB932 mandates social media platforms to show the general geographical location of users to state users, while prohibiting the display of.

Maryland SB932 amends the Commercial Law to require social media platforms to display the general geographical location of users to state users, defined as users within the state. This location is derived from the user's internet protocol address at the time of access. The bill prohibits platforms from displaying the location of users known or suspected to be minors. A violation of this section is considered a unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practice. The act takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland SB932 mandates social media platforms to show the general geographical location of users to state users, while prohibiting the display of.

Maryland SB932 amends the Commercial Law to require social media platforms to display the general geographical location of users to state users, defined as users within the state. This location is derived from the user's internet protocol address at the time of access. The bill prohibits platforms from displaying the location of users known or suspected to be minors. A violation of this section is considered a unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practice. The act takes effect October 1, 2026.