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AB 656: Account cancellation.
What AB 656 does, verified December 13, 2025
This bill requires social media platforms to provide a clear and conspicuous button to delete an account. When a user clicks this button, the platform must give them the necessary steps to delete their account and personal information. The platform cannot obstruct or interfere with the user's ability to delete their account. This action is considered a request to delete personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act.
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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 464, Statutes of 2025. (2025-10-08)Alert me
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| Oct. 08, 2025 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 464, Statutes of 2025. |
| Oct. 08, 2025 | Approved by the Governor. |
| Sep. 22, 2025 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. |
| Sep. 10, 2025 | Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 77. Noes 0. Page 3198.). |
| Sep. 10, 2025 | Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 77. Noes 0.). |