Utah becomes first US state to require app stores to verify user ages

Utah on Wednesday became the first state to pass legislation requiring app stores to verify users’ ages and get parental consent for minors to download apps to their devices.

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Utah becomes the first state to pass legislation requiring app stores to verify ages

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Utah becomes the first state to pass legislation requiring app stores to verify ages

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Utah becomes first state to pass bill making app stores verify ages

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FOX BusinessLean Right· Mar 6, 2025

Utah becomes first state to pass ‘vital legislation’ on app store age verification, praised by Sen. Mike Lee

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Utah becomes first US state to require app stores to verify user ages

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EngadgetLean Left· Mar 6, 2025

Utah is poised to pass an age verification law for app stores

GizmodoLeft· Mar 6, 2025

Utah Passes New Bill Requiring App Stores to Verify User Age and Identity

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