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Social Media Laws for Minors by State

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026

Whether the state requires parental consent for minors to use social media, mandates age verification, and what restrictions apply to teen accounts.

50 States2 data columnsLast updated: May 2026

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Parental ConsentAge VerificationStatute / Restrictions
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
ProposedNoPending
Yes (16)YesAct 689 (enjoined)
Yes (under 18)YesDesign Code (partial)
NoNoDisclosure only
LimitedNoData minimization
NoNoNone
Yes (under 16)YesHB 3 (under challenge)
Yes (under 16)YesSB 351
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
Yes (under 18)YesAct 456
NoNoNone
YesLimitedAge-Appropriate Design
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoDesign code proposed
Yes (under 18)YesHB 1126 (enjoined)
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
LimitedNoDisclosure only
NoNoNone
LimitedNoSAFE for Kids Act
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
Yes (under 16)YesHB 33 (enjoined)
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
Yes (under 18)YesHB 1891
Yes (under 18)YesSCOPE Act
Yes (under 18)YesSB 152/SB 194
NoNoNone
NoNoLimited disclosure
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone

Many state social media laws (Arkansas, Ohio, Mississippi, Utah, Texas) face active First Amendment challenges, with several preliminarily enjoined by federal courts. The federal Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) was reintroduced in 2025 but has not passed. COPPA (15 USC §6501) continues to govern children under 13 nationwide.

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.