S.2968

Creates the Rhode Island Social Media Regulation act, which would not permit a Rhode Island resident who is a minor to be an account holder on a social media's platform unless the minor has the express consent of a parent or guardian.

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island Social Media Regulation Act requires parental consent for minors to use social media platforms and restricts account access during late.

The Rhode Island Social Media Regulation Act mandates that minors in Rhode Island must have explicit parental consent to create or use accounts on social media platforms. It prohibits social media companies from allowing minors to access their accounts between 10:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. unless modified by a parent or guardian. The act also restricts data collection, advertising, and targeted content for minor accounts. It takes effect on January 1, 2027.

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Where it stands

Current
Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Tech: Be held for further study

7 Yea

DDDDDRD

0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 7

12:00 AM

Senate Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technol Hearing

History

Apr 7

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)

Mar 20

Senate

Committee transferred to Senate Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technol