SF2908 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Certain sex offenders prohibition from accessing social media platforms authorization
Related bill: HF2648
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The goal of this bill is to enhance public safety by restricting certain sex offenders from accessing social media platforms. This aims to prevent interactions that could potentially harm minors.
Main Provisions
Restrictions on Social Media Use: The bill prohibits sex offenders who have committed offenses against minors under the age of 18 from using social media platforms where minors can be members or interact with other users.
Disclosure of Account Details: Offenders subject to these restrictions must disclose all of their social media usernames and passwords to their parole or probation officers. This allows for monitoring and enforcement of compliance with the social media use restriction.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
Addition of New Restrictions: The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 243.055 by adding provisions that specifically target the social media activity of certain sex offenders. This marks a significant development in how parole and probation conditions are administered regarding digital activities.
Definition and List of Social Media Platforms: The bill requires the commissioner to annually compile and distribute a list of social media platforms that fit the defined criteria. The criteria emphasize platforms that allow user-generated content and interaction among users, especially those under 18.
Relevant Terms
sex offenders, social media platforms, user-generated content, parole, probation, supervised release, minor, commissioner, digital activity monitoring
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| March 24, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |
Citations
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