The Child Data Privacy and Protection Act mandates data protection assessments, prohibits certain data activities, and requires a public awareness campaign and report.
If you operate a platform collecting children's data in South Carolina, you must ensure compliance with new data protection requirements or face legal consequences.
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What This Means
The Child Data Privacy and Protection Act aims to enhance the protection of children's personal data in South Carolina. It establishes guidelines for data activities by various entities. Businesses handling children's data must adapt their practices to comply with these new regulations, including participating in a public awareness campaign.
Key Provisions
- Entities must conduct data protection impact assessments.
- Certain personal data of children cannot be collected, retained, processed, or sold.
- Privacy by default must be utilized by relevant entities.
- Users must have access to their accounts.
- Privacy policies must be prominently displayed.
- Expedited handling of subpoenas and warrants related to data privacy.
- A public awareness campaign and report are required.
Latest Legislative Action
Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Felder
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 6)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Bill Taylor R | Sponsor | HD-086 |
| Brandon Guffey R | Sponsor | HD-048 |
| Don Chapman R | Sponsor | HD-008 |
| Patricia Henegan D | Sponsor | HD-054 |
| Raye Felder R | Sponsor | HD-026 |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Entities collecting children's data.
Penalty: Potential civil actions for non-compliance.
Who: All relevant entities.
Penalty: Legal consequences for failing to comply.
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