Starting next month, New York parents will get extra help protecting their kids online thanks to a new state law.
Child Data Protection Act Officially Launches
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The Child Data Protection Act, signed into law in 2024, goes into effect on June 20, 2025. Its main goal is to safeguard children by limiting how digital companies collect and use data from users under 18.
Under this law:
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Companies cannot collect personal data from minors without their permission
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Data sales to third parties involving minors are banned
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Businesses had one year to update their systems to comply
Why It Matters
This law aims to give children and parents more control in the digital space, especially as online privacy becomes a growing concern.
Other Big Laws in 2025
In addition to the Child Data Protection Act, New York also introduced:
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Minimum wage increases
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Guaranteed time off for expecting mothers
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A new right to cancel gym and spa memberships within a set period
These new laws reflect the state’s broader push to support families and consumers across New York.
