"Florida Governor DeSantis Signs Strict Social Media Ban for Minors"

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"Florida Governor DeSantis Signs Strict Social Media Ban for Minors"
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill prohibiting kids under 13 from using social media and requiring parental consent for 14- and 15-year-olds, with the law set to take effect in 2025. The legislation also blocks minors from adult websites and mandates age verification for access. Social media companies, including Meta and TikTok, are expected to challenge the law, arguing it violates free speech rights. Lawmakers anticipate legal battles over the legislation, which aims to address concerns about teen mental health and online safety.

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