HB1717

House Bill 1717, titled the 'Arkansas Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act,' aims to establish legal standards for the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information regarding children (aged 12 and under) and teens (aged 13 to 16) by commercial online operators. The bill mandates that operators provide clear and conspicuous notice regarding data practices, including what information is collected, the purpose of processing, and disclosure practices. It prohibits the collection of personal information for targeted advertising to these age groups and requires operators to obtain informed consent from either the teen or their parent before collecting or using personal information. Operators are also required to limit the retention of such data to only what is necessary to fulfill a specific service request. The legislation provides specific exclusions, such as for non-profit entities, government agencies, public educational institutions, and certain interactive gaming platforms. It also defines 'personal information' broadly to include biometric data and geolocation information. The bill generally seeks to enhance digital privacy protections for minors within the state of Arkansas.