New Connecticut laws, changes going into effect October 1, 2024 [Video]

CONNECTICUT, USA — Some new laws and changes to existing laws will go into effect on October 1. From online data privacy for minors, to PFAs restrictions, here’s what’s changing beginning October 1.

Online privacy and data

Parts of this act have been in effect for over a year. The most recent change happened on July 1, which required social media platforms to unpublish a minor’s social media account within 15 business days and generally delete the account within 45 business days after they get an authenticated request. 

Beginning Oct. 1, the act establishes a framework and sets requirements for how controllers who offer online services, products, and other services will manage, process, and obtain consent to use the personal data of minors. 

Under the act, a controller with minors for customers must use “reasonable care” to …