Social media platform requirements established relating to accounts for minors, and enforcement mechanisms established for regulations on child social media accounts.

Minnesota's HF4138 law establishes requirements for social media platforms regarding accounts held by minors under 16. Platforms must estimate the age of users and update this estimate every six months or whenever they apply data analytics or artificial intelligence to update other demographic estimates. If a user is determined to be under 16, the platform must obtain verifiable parental consent before creating or maintaining the account. The law also prohibits platforms from displaying addictive interface features and targeted paid advertising on child accounts. Additionally, it sets up enforcement mechanisms and remedies for violations, including private rights of action and penalties. ([ailawsbystate.com](https://www.ailawsbystate.com/law/MN/hf4138-child-social-media-accounts-profile-based-feeds?utm_source=openai))

MN HF4138 is a house bill in the Minnesota 94th Legislature 2025-2026, sponsored by Peggy Scott (R), currently “Passed” since May 26, 2026.

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The enactment of HF4138 has been viewed positively by child advocacy groups and privacy organizations, who commend the law for its proactive approach to protecting minors online. They highlight the importance of age verification and parental consent in safeguarding children from potential online harms. The prohibition of addictive features and targeted advertising on child accounts is also seen as a significant step toward promoting healthier digital environments for young users.

Some technology industry representatives and free speech advocates have expressed concerns about HF4138, arguing that the law could impose burdensome requirements on social media platforms, potentially leading to over-censorship or reduced access to online communities for minors. They suggest that the law's broad definitions and enforcement mechanisms might result in unintended consequences, such as platforms restricting access to certain content or services for users under 16.