Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
Risks
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
StateNew JerseyIntroduced
A 4015: "New Jersey Kids Code Act"; adopts New Jersey Age-Appropriate Design Code and requires certain online service providers to implement certain measures concerning minors' use of online service.*
Andrea Katz
A 4015 status: Introduced — Approved P.L.2026, c.73 (updated Aug 11, 2026).
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Confidence
High
Analysis basis
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
75OUT OF 100
Score:75/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:High Impact 85/100
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Constitutionality60%
Bipartisan80%
Public opinion90%
Bill summary
The act imposes comprehensive regulatory requirements on major online service providers operating in New Jersey, mandating significant changes to product design, data handling, and algorithmic systems affecting minors.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Mixed / Neutral
45%
Benefits
- Establishes a predictable regulatory framework for child-focused digital design.
Risks
- Significant compliance and engineering costs for large online service providers.
- Increased litigation exposure and potential for regulatory penalties.
Society
Positive outlook
85%
Benefits
- Reduces exposure to addictive design features for minors.
- Strengthens data privacy and security protections for children and teenagers.
- Provides parents with greater visibility and control over online interactions.
Risks
- Potential for reduced user experience autonomy.
- Risk of unintended access restrictions for age-appropriate digital content.
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Confidence
High
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Source note
The law faces potential constitutional challenges similar to other states' age-appropriate design codes.
Analysis scope
Implementation effectiveness depends on how state regulators define 'compulsive use' and 'age assurance'.
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