Nebraska Kids Code
In force Nebraska · In force Jan 1, 2026 · no upcoming deadlines
Deadlines
| Date | What happens | When |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 20262 months ago | Civil penalties available | 3 months ago |
| Jan 1, 20268 months ago | Operative date | 9 months ago |
| May 30, 20251 year ago | Approved by Governor | 16 months ago |
Summaries for reference, not legal advice. Check the official text.
What it does
Covered online services must use reasonable care to avoid harms to minors from design features, provide default privacy and safety tools, and designate a compliance officer.
- Who it applies to
- Covered online services that meet the act's business thresholds and are reasonably likely to be used by Nebraska minors.
- Penalties
- Civil penalty up to $50,000 per violation, recoverable only from 2026-07-01.
- Enforced by
- Nebraska Attorney General
- Official name
- Nebraska Age-Appropriate Online Design Code Act (LB 504)
- Citation
- Laws 2025, LB 504
- Topics
- children, privacy, online-safety
Verified 2026-09-25
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Questions about Nebraska Kids Code
- What are the Nebraska Kids Code compliance deadlines?
- May 30, 2025: Approved by Governor. Jan 1, 2026: Operative date. Jul 1, 2026: Civil penalties available.
- When does Nebraska Kids Code take effect?
- Nebraska Kids Code took effect on Jan 1, 2026.
- Who does Nebraska Kids Code apply to?
- Covered online services that meet the act's business thresholds and are reasonably likely to be used by Nebraska minors.
- What are the penalties under Nebraska Kids Code?
- Civil penalty up to $50,000 per violation, recoverable only from 2026-07-01.