Bill · H.R. 6292· House(119-HR-6292)
Don’t Sell Kids’ Data Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 11/25/2025
- Last activity
- 12/11/2025 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
- Sponsored by
- Frank Pallone
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "Don't Sell Kids' Data Act of 2025" aims to prohibit data brokers from collecting, using, or maintaining the personal data of children and teens. It restricts these entities from selling or trading such information, with limited exceptions for compliance purposes. The bill requires data brokers to delete existing data and establish a mechanism for teens, parents, or guardians to request deletions. It also mandates that brokers provide clear, plain-language notice regarding these deletion processes. Enforcement can be carried out by the Federal Trade Commission, State officials, or individuals through civil actions. The Act is set to take effect 180 days after enactment.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would children be better off under this?+9
The bill prohibits data brokers from collecting or maintaining personal data of children under 13.
Does this protect people from being watched or searched?+9
The bill establishes strong privacy protections by prohibiting the collection and sale of minors' personal data.
Does this give people more control over their personal data?+9
The act mandates the deletion of personal data for minors and creates a mechanism for parents and teens to control data deletion.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Minors' Privacy: Data brokers are prohibited from collecting, using, or maintaining the personal data of individuals known to be children or teens, and from selling or sharing that data. (Section 2(a))
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Control Over Personal Data: The bill requires data brokers to delete personal data and creates a system where teens, parents, or legal guardians can submit requests to have such data deleted. (Section 2(b)(1))
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Transparency and Clarity: Data brokers must make information regarding their deletion mechanisms and responsibilities available to the public in a clear, conspicuous, and plain-language format. (Section 2(b)(3))
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Accountability and Legal Recourse: Individuals can bring civil actions against data brokers for violations, which includes the ability to seek actual damages of at least $1,000 per violation, as well as injunctive relief and attorney fees. (Section 2(e))
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State-Level Protection: State attorneys general and officials have the authority to bring civil actions to protect the interests of their residents regarding violations of this Act. (Section 2(d))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Limited Data Collection for Compliance: While data brokers are generally prohibited from collecting data on minors, they are permitted to collect and maintain the minimum data necessary to ensure they are complying with the law. (Section 2(a)(2))
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+9Good For Young Adults+8
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Privacy Rights+9Improves Government Transparency+5
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+9
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+8
- 12/11/2025
- Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
- 11/25/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
- Introduced in House