platform changeReviewed · Aug 13, 2026 · 1 min read
New Jersey Kids Code Act Gives Parents Right to Sue Tech Companies Over Data Violations
By The Rundown · EditorLow risk
New Jersey has passed legislation that allows parents to sue technology companies for violations of children's data privacy rules, with potential damages of $5,000 per violation. This law creates accountability mechanisms at the state level for protecting children's information online.
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Last updated · Aug 13, 2026
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