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Telecommunications Act of 1996

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026

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October 21, 1998

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) added protections for children under 13 on the internet.

Previous

The Act addresses competition among telecommunications carriers but does not specifically regulate online data collection from children.

Amended

Operators of websites and online services directed at children under 13 must obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting personal information from children, and must post clear privacy policies.

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