Protecting Minors on Online Gaming Platforms

Summary

The Texas House of Representatives' Interim Committee is studying the proliferation of inappropriate virtual experiences for minors on online gaming platforms. The committee aims to identify risks to minors, evaluate platform safety features, and examine state laws relating to age verification and parental consent. The study also reviews relevant case law and assesses potential civil and criminal liability of third-party content developers. The goal is to make recommendations for legislative and regulatory action to protect minors from exploitation and strengthen deterrence and recourse.

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Subject

Protecting Minors on Online Gaming Platforms

Summary

The Texas House of Representatives' Interim Committee is studying the proliferation of inappropriate virtual experiences for minors on online gaming platforms. The committee aims to identify risks to minors, evaluate platform safety features, and examine state laws relating to age verification and parental consent. The study also reviews relevant case law and assesses potential civil and criminal liability of third-party content developers. The goal is to make recommendations for legislative and regulatory action to protect minors from exploitation and strengthen deterrence and recourse.

Report Type

study

Report Title

Protecting Minors on Online Gaming Platforms

Authoring Body

Texas House of Representatives