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The Algorithmic Transparency and Choice Act mandates online platforms to disclose policies on personalized recommendation systems, focusing on minors, with assumed penalties for non-compliance.
If you operate an online platform, you must disclose recommendation policies and provide user options by January 1, 2025, or face penalties.
State
United States (Federal)
Bill Number
HB6253
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Dec 11, 2025
Last Verified
May 4, 2026
Data Updated
May 4, 2026
What do these statuses mean?▼
Introduced— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
E-commerceTechnologySocial Media
What This Means
The Algorithmic Transparency and Choice Act seeks to enhance transparency on online platforms by requiring the disclosure of specific policies, focusing on minors' protection, with assumed penalties for non-compliance.
Key Provisions
Requires online platforms to disclose specific policies on personalized recommendation systems, including data usage and recommendation criteria.
Includes specific provisions for protecting minors.
Mentions penalties for non-compliance, which should be verified with the full bill text.
Latest Legislative Action
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Compliance Checklist
Disclose policies regarding personalized recommendation systems Who: Online platforms Deadline: Not specified Penalty: Potential regulatory scrutiny
Provide options for minors to modify engagement with recommendation systems Who: Online platforms Deadline: Not specified Penalty: Potential regulatory scrutiny
Full Legal Analysis
The Algorithmic Transparency and Choice Act requires online platforms to disclose specific policies regarding personalized recommendation systems, including how data is used and the criteria for recommendations. It includes provisions specifically for protecting minors. The mention of penalties for non-compliance is assumed and should be verified with the full bill text. The application to online platforms may have specific criteria or definitions that need to be confirmed.
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