Updates on Child Influencer Legislation

It's been a big week in the U.S. for children's digital labor rights.

CW: Today’s post features mentions of child abuse.

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⏰ TL:DR

• Over the past few weeks, key events and legislation have accelerated conversations about family vlogging in the United States.

• Both Maryland and California’s proposed laws are promising in their own ways.

• The arrest and plea deal of disgraced family vlogger Ruby Franke is also swaying public opinion on the issue.