Join the Patreon to get access to the full episode + BTS exclusive content! Full episodes release 2x a week! https://www.patreon.com/cw/Blackmillionaires_ A proposed law in Tennessee is sparking debate after lawmakers introduced a measure that would ban content creators from featuring children under the age of 14 in monetized videos. The bill, Senate Bill 1469 (SB 1469), is sponsored by State Senator Page Walley and targets family vloggers and social media influencers who earn money from content that includes minors, arguing that children should not be used for profit without stronger protections. Supporters of the proposed law say it’s about safeguarding kids from exploitation in the growing creator economy. They point out that many children appear regularly in content that generates significant revenue, yet there are few clear rules ensuring that those kids are compensated or protected. The legislation could require strict limits or even prohibit their participation in money-making videos altogether. However, the viral narrative around the bill doesn’t tell the full story. While earlier versions of the legislation included language that would restrict children under 14 from appearing in monetized content, the bill has since been amended. The current version focuses more on requiring a portion of earnings to be placed in trust accounts for minors and giving them rights over their digital presence, such as the ability to request content removal later in life. Critics argue that even with revisions, the law may go too far by restricting parents’ ability to share their family life online. Some content creators believe it could hurt family-based channels and small businesses that rely on social media income. Others say regulation should focus on transparency and fair pay rather than broad limitations. As the creator economy continues to expand, Tennessee’s proposal reflects a broader conversation happening across the country about digital labor, children’s rights, and the responsibilities of influencers. If passed, the law could set a precedent for how states handle the intersection of social media, money, and minors moving forward. In Illinois, child law, you have to put funds in a trust. Proposed Law in Tennessee Bans Content Featuring Kids Under 14 Black Millionaires Podcast #blackmillionairespodcast #blackmillionaires #jameshilltv