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AI Summary
The bill mandates data protection assessments for online products likely accessed by children and sets privacy protections and monitoring practices.
Business Impact
If you provide online products for children in Maryland, you must complete a data protection assessment by April 1, 2026, or face penalties.
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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
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What This Means
The Maryland Kids Code (SB571) establishes new requirements for online products likely accessed by children, focusing on data protection and privacy. Covered entities must conduct assessments and adhere to strict privacy standards. This legislation aims to enhance the safety of children's online experiences.
Key Provisions
- Covered entities must complete a data protection impact assessment by April 1, 2026.
- Certain privacy protections are required for online products accessed by children.
- Prohibits specific data collection and sharing practices.
- Allows parental monitoring of children's online activity without alerting the child.
Latest Legislative Action
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 460
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 53)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Administration | Primary |
| Anne Arundel County Senators | Primary |
| Bailey | Primary |
| Bates | Primary |
| Corderman | Primary |
Roll Call Votes
On Third Reading (Amend) ·
Mar 23, 2024
136 Yea
0 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
Final Passage: is on Third Reading for Final Passage. ·
Mar 23, 2024
43 Yea
0 Nay
4 Other
Passed ✓
On Third Reading ·
Mar 1, 2024
46 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
Amendments (3)
Favorable with Amendments 443727/1
Pending
2024-03-08
Favorable with Amendments 913221/1 Adopted
Adopted
2024-04-03
Floor Amendment 583624/1 (Delegate Solomon) Adopted
Adopted
2024-04-04
Compliance Checklist
Complete a data protection impact assessment
Who: Covered entities offering online products for children
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Who: Covered entities offering online products for children
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Implement required privacy protections
Who: Covered entities
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Who: Covered entities
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
SB571 requires covered entities offering online products likely accessed by children to complete a data protection impact assessment by April 1, 2026. The bill mandates specific privacy protections and prohibits certain data collection and sharing practices. Additionally, it allows parents or guardians to monitor their children's online activities without alerting the child.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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