Florida Enacts Law to Restrict Social Media Use for Minors Under 14

Signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, the new bill requires parental consent for minors aged 14 and 15 and allows parents to sue companies for non-compliance.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill prohibiting children under 14 from joining social media, with parental consent required for those aged 14 and 15.
The legislation allows parents to sue social media companies for up to $10,000 if they fail to remove underage accounts promptly.
The bill, facing potential constitutional challenges, aims to protect minors from online predators and mental health issues.
Critics argue the bill infringes on First Amendment rights and poses data privacy risks by requiring sensitive personal information.
Similar laws in other states have faced legal challenges, with NetChoice LLC, a tech coalition including major social media platforms, opposing the restrictions.