Law note · Indiana
HEA 1408 (2026), social media accounts held by minors
cite House Enrolled Act No. 1408 (2026), amending Ind. Code tit. 24, art. 4
stage IMMINENT in force in 125 days
effective 2027-01-01
reviewed 2026-07-15
Requires covered social media providers, those using algorithmic content feeds with at least $1 billion in global revenue, to determine whether a user is an Indiana resident under 16 and to obtain verifiable parental consent before creating an account, and to lock safety settings limiting direct messages, search visibility, and targeted advertising for minor accounts.
Primary source: official Indiana General Assembly bill record, conference committee report