PRESS RELEASE: EPIC Publishes Model Bill to Protect Minors from Online Harms and Promote Safer Platform Design
Summary
The Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) has published a Model Age-Appropriate Design Code bill to enhance online privacy and safety for minors. The bill aims to establish stronger protections for young users and promote safer platform designs. It provides a framework for policymakers looking to implement similar safeguards.
IFF Assessment
The model bill provides a framework for improving online safety and privacy for minors, making it a positive development for defenders of children.
Severity
Defender Context
This is relevant to defenders as it represents a push for increased regulation and design changes to protect minors online. Defenders should be aware of these evolving legal and regulatory landscapes and consider how their organizations may need to adapt their services and data handling practices to comply. Monitoring similar legislative efforts and understanding the practical implications of design codes are essential.