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Florida’s Social Media Ban for Minors Set to Take Effect January 1 Amid Legal Challenges

by thinktank
December 10, 2024
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Number Of Teenagers Who "Don't Enjoy Life" Has Increased Thanks to Social Media, Study Suggests

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Starting January 1, Florida will enforce a new law banning children under 16 from having social media accounts unless granted parental permission. The legislation, signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis earlier this year, allows parents to approve access for teens aged 14 and 15 but outright prohibits accounts for younger children.

The law targets platforms using algorithms and “addictive features” but has already sparked controversy. NetChoice, an association representing major tech companies like Meta and X, is challenging the measure in federal court, calling it one of the most restrictive in the country.

“The law restricts access to free speech,” said Paul Taske, NetChoice’s Associate Director of Litigation. “It also burdens adults, requiring age verification to access lawful information.”

The legal battle has delayed enforcement, as Attorney General Ashley Moody has agreed to hold off until the court reaches a decision. A hearing is scheduled for February 28, leaving the law’s future uncertain.

Gov. DeSantis defended the measure as a way to empower parents. “We’re trying to help parents navigate this very difficult terrain of raising kids in the digital age,” he said during the bill’s signing on March 25.

Critics argue that barring minors from social media ignores the role platforms play in modern education and socialization. “There comes a point where kids need to integrate social media,” said Vanessa Dennen, a Florida State University education professor. “It’s all about learning how to use it responsibly.”

Florida joins a growing list of states attempting to regulate teen social media use. However, similar laws in other states have been struck down, raising questions about whether Florida’s measure will survive legal scrutiny.

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