Utah’s App Safety Revolution | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Utah’s new App Store Accountability Act flips the script on kids’ digital safety—putting parents in charge at the very first step: the download. No more hunting through confusing settings; this law demands age verification and parental consent before any app hits a child’s device. It’s a bold, practical move designed to shield young users from online risks without turning parents into tech gurus. By locking parental approval at the source, Utah’s model tackles the problem head-on, offering a cleaner, more effective way to keep kids safe—and it’s a blueprint Congress should consider. Listen in…