United States of America: Age verification requirement for material harmful to juveniles in Budget Bill (HB 96)
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Budget Bill including age verification for harmful online content enters into force
On 30 September 2025, the Budget Bill, including age verification for harmful online content, enters into force. The Bill establishes age verification obligations for commercial online entities whose business substantially involves material deemed o…
Budget Bill including age verification for harmful online content was signed by Governor
On 30 June 2025, Budget Bill including age verification for harmful online content was signed by the Governor. The Bill establishes age verification obligations for commercial online entities whose business substantially involves material deemed obs…
Budget Bill including age verification for harmful online content was adopted by Ohio General Assembly
On 25 June 2025, the Budget Bill, including age verification for harmful online content, was adopted by the Ohio General Assembly. The Bill establishes age verification obligations for commercial online entities whose business substantially involves…
Budget Bill including age verification for harmful online content was passed by House of Representatives
On 9 April 2025, the Budget Bill, including age verification for harmful online content, was passed by the House of Representatives. The Bill establishes age verification obligations for commercial online entities whose business substantially involv…
Budget Bill including age verification for harmful online content was introduced to House of Representatives
On 11 February 2025, the Budget Bill, including age verification for harmful online content, was introduced to the House of Representatives. The Bill establishes age verification obligations for commercial online entities whose business substantiall…