California bill would require parent bloggers to delete content of minors on social media

""Everything my mom posted is still on social media. Photos I wish never saw the light of day, private details about my health, even when I started my first menstrual cycle.""

"Sen. Steve Padilla stated, 'The evolution of these applications and technology is incredible. But it's changing our social dynamic and it's creating situations that, while very productive for some folks, also need some guardrails.'"

"The legislation would require the parent or other relative to delete or edit the content within 10 business days of receiving the notification."

"Alyson Stoner, a former child actor, shared her experiences of various harms from having her childhood shared on social media."

Caymi Barrett, the daughter of a social media influencer, expressed concerns about her digital footprint, including unwanted personal details shared online. She advocated for Senate Bill 1247, which mandates social media platforms to allow adults to request the removal of content featuring them as minors, posted by family members for compensation. The bill requires removal within 10 business days and allows civil action for non-compliance. Senator Steve Padilla emphasized the need for protective measures for minors in the evolving digital landscape, building on previous legislation regarding earnings from content featuring minors.

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