Florida House Passes Bill to Ban Minors from Social Media

Critics Argue Proposed Law, Now Headed to State Senate, Infringes on First Amendment Rights

Florida's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban anyone 16 and younger from using social media, moving it to the state Senate for consideration.
The bill, if passed, would require social media companies to terminate existing accounts of those under 16 and require all Floridians opening a new social media account to provide proof of their age.
Critics argue the bill is likely unconstitutional and infringes on First Amendment rights, with similar laws in other states facing legal challenges.
Supporters of the bill argue it's necessary to protect children from the harmful effects of social media, likening its impact to that of opioids or cigarettes.
Despite the controversy, the bill passed with overwhelming bipartisan support in the House.