Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 3696: Relating to the use of software applications by minors.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 3696 is a bill introduced in the Oregon House on February 25, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the use of software applications by minors. Primary sponsor: Werner Reschke (Republican). Most recent recorded action (June 28, 2025): In committee upon adjournment.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires application stores and developers to verify the age of users and categorize them accordingly. Requires application stores to obtain parental consent before allowing a minor to download, purchase or use software applications, or making purchases available within a software application. Requires developers to display accurate age ratings for software applications and provide tools for parents to limit usage time. Mandates that application stores offer parental controls and prevent certain content from being accessible to minors. Provides that a violation of the law is an unlawful trade practice. Allows the Attorney General to bring an action or impose civil penalties to enforce requirements. Allows parents to bring a civil action if the law is violated. Directs the Department of Justice to convene a temporary advisory committee.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Werner Reschke | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 55 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- In committee upon adjournment.
- Referred to Commerce and Consumer Protection.
- First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.