Yesterday, Utah's Social Media Regulation Act
("SMRA") was signed into law by Gov. Spencer Cox.
The SMRA applies to businesses that provide a social media
platform with at least five (5) million account holders worldwide.
The definition of "social media platform" is broad but
includes 24 exceptions that generally narrow the SMRA's scope
to a lay-person's typical understanding of a social media
platform.
It goes into effect on May 3, 2023 with numerous compliance
requirements and prohibitions for social media platforms coming
into force beginning March 1, 2024.
Requirements:
- Verify the age of an existing or new Utah account holder.
- Obtain parental or guardian consent for minor accounts.
