SACRAMENTO – Assemblyman Juan Alanis announced today that his bill, AB 1880, has passed the Assembly with unanimous support and is now on its way to the Governor for final approval. This important legislation aims to safeguard young content creators from exploitation in the rapidly evolving digital entertainment space.
“Protecting kids has been one of my top priorities, and this bill will ensure that child influencers are treated fairly and protected from exploitation,” said Assemblyman Alanis. “This measure will provide young content creators with the same security that child actors have had for decades, making sure their earnings are preserved and their rights respected.”
AB 1880 expands the Coogan Law to include child influencers involved in paid online content across platforms like social media, websites, and digital apps. The Coogan Law requires a portion of child performers’ earnings to be placed in trust accounts for their future. This measure ensures that young digital creators receive the same legal protections and financial safeguards as children in traditional entertainment industries.
“Protecting the financial future of these young talents is essential,” added Assemblyman Alanis. “I remain committed to ensuring that no child is left unprotected in this new age of digital media.”
AB 1880 now heads to the Governor’s desk for a signature or veto. It is the seventh bill authored by Alanis to reach the Governor this year.
Assemblymember Juan Alanis represents the 22nd Assembly District, which includes the communities of Modesto, Turlock, Ceres, Denair, Patterson, Gustine, Newman, Hilmar, Ballico, Snelling, Keyes, Grayson, Crows Landing, Diablo Grande, Stevinson, & Empire.