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HR 6292119th CongressIn Committee
Don’t Sell Kids’ Data Act of 2025
Introduced: Nov 25, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Pallone, Frank [D-NJ-6] (D-New Jersey)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
H.R. 6292 prohibits data brokers from collecting, using, or maintaining personal data of minors and establishes deletion, notice, and enforcement mechanisms, including FTC oversight and state civil action, with civil remedies for affected individuals.
Key Points
- 1Data brokers may not collect, use, or sell personal data of children or teens.
- 2Brokers must delete such data upon request from the teen, parent, or agent within 10 days.
- 3FTC enforcement treats violations as unfair or deceptive acts under the FTC Act.
- 4States may bring civil actions on behalf of residents, with FTC able to intervene.
- 5Individuals can sue brokers for damages, injunctive relief, and attorney fees.
- 6Effective 180 days after enactment; defines child, teen, data broker, and personal data.
Impact Areas
Data brokers and related service providersMinors and their parents or guardiansFederal Trade CommissionState attorneys general and consumer protection agenciesConsumers whose personal data may be held by brokers
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