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SB 175·OH·senate

Establish age verification, parental consent for apps, developers

Reported by CommitteeFiled Apr 9, 2025
Sponsor: Tom Patton (R)
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Reported - Substitute

Jun 10, 2026

Summary

The bill mandates that app stores and developers verify a user’s age and obtain verifiable parental consent before minors can use apps that provide a different experience for adults. It applies to smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles and virtual‑reality devices, and it bars personalized advertising to minors. The aim is to shield children from unsuitable content and data practices.

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