HB1082

House Bill 1082, the 'Arkansas Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act,' establishes comprehensive privacy protections for individuals aged 16 and younger who use online services, websites, and mobile applications in Arkansas. The bill mandates that operators of such platforms provide clear, conspicuous notices regarding their data collection, usage, and disclosure practices. It prohibits the use of personal information from children and teens for targeted advertising and requires 'verifiable consent' from a parent for children or directly from a teen for the processing of their data. Furthermore, the bill grants parents the right to access the categories of information collected about their child, the ability to request the deletion of their child's account or information, and the opportunity to challenge the accuracy of collected data. Certain entities, such as nonprofits, state agencies, and educational institutions, are exempted from these requirements. The legislation aims to enhance digital privacy and prevent the unauthorized exploitation of data from minors.