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Alabama
HB161, App Store Accountability Act
Act 2026-59 (HB161); Code of Alabama, Title 8
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In force in 100 days, effective 1 January 2027.
An app store age verification (AV) rule binding private bodies.
As of 15 July 2026.
What this law does
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Requires app store providers to request and verify a user's age category (under 13, 13-15, 16-17, or 18 and older) at account creation, and to obtain verifiable parental consent before a minor may download an app or make purchases. Accounts existing before October 2, 2026 must be categorized and verified by October 1, 2027. Signed by Governor Kay Ivey on February 18, 2026 after passing both chambers unanimously.
If you get it wrong
Private right of actionNo
Penalties
Knowing or reckless violations are deceptive trade practices under Chapter 19 of Title 8; the Attorney General has exclusive jurisdiction to bring an action and may collect a civil penalty of up to $7,500 per violation.
Who enforces it
Enforcement body
Alabama Attorney General (exclusive)
What it reaches
Age threshold
18
Covered services
Mobile application marketplace (app store) providers and developers.
Verification methods
Digital ID, Device signal, Parental consent
When LexLint raises it
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Read the law
official enrolled act text, Alabama Legislature
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