Alabama · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 161: Consumer protection, app store providers and developers required to take certain actions related to age verification and parental consent, Attorney General authorized to bring action for violations as deceptive trade practice, parents authorized to bring civil action

Enacted Last action February 17, 2026: Enacted

Plain-language summary

HB 161 is a bill introduced in the Alabama House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Consumer protection, app store providers and developers required to take certain actions related to age verification and parental consent, Attorney General authorized to bring action for violations as deceptive trade practice, parents authorized to bring civil action. Primary sponsor: Chris Sells (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 2026): Enacted.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Chris Sells (Republican).