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Several U.S. States Propose New Age-Verification Standards for Online Platforms

Several U.S. states are taking significant steps to enhance age-verification standards for online platforms discussing vaping-related products. As lawmakers push for stricter safeguards, the debate intensifies over how to effectively limit youth access to age-restricted content in the digital realm. With proposals varying by jurisdiction, industry groups are raising concerns about the implications for informational websites. As these legislative discussions unfold, the potential for a patchwork of compliance standards looms large, prompting stakeholders to closely monitor the evolving definitions of “covered platforms” and “vaping-related content.” Discover how these changes could reshape the online landscape.

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