Florida Enacts Ban on Social Media for Minors Under 16
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Tiffany Justice, co-founder of Moms for Liberty, opposes the Florida bill banning social media for minors under 16, citing parental rights and First Amendment concerns. The bill, which lacks a parental permission exception, has received support from law enforcement and conservative groups, but Governor Ron DeSantis has expressed legal concerns and is considering a veto. The legislation aims to regulate social media platforms' addictive features and provide anonymous age verification options, with proponents emphasizing child protection.
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- Florida lawmakers pass ban on social media for kids under 16 despite constitutional concerns NBC News
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