Social Media

The groups claim the law violates the First Amendment and that parents should be the ones to decide what platforms or websites their children can access.

The law, which will take effect Jan. 1, seeks to prevent children under age 16 from opening social-media accounts on at least some platforms.

The United States Government wants to crack down on the popular app, TikTok. The U.S. senate could soon vote on a bill to force the sale of the app, or potentially ban in the country. The company is trying to rally support from users but in Florida not everyone would be sad to see the app go.

Florida is already preparing to defend its new social media ban for kids under 14. The measure was signed into law Monday by Gov. Ron DeSantis, alongside House Speaker Paul Renner and other state officials.

Bills that cover social media, homeless camping, and property insurance are among a batch of bills now on the governor's desk. He can veto, sign, or let them go into effect without his signature.

Florida lawmakers are gearing up to pass a new proposed ban on social media accounts for many children. Opponents say the proposal’s age-verification requirement is unconstitutional.

DeSantis has previously signaled he would oppose the bill, citing concerns that the legislation failed to give parents a say.

Senate President Kathleen Passidomo said her chamber will consider a related social media bill that could change the one that’s already passed.

Gov. Ron DeSantis could veto House Bill 1, which calls for the removal of all social media accounts held by kids under 16.

House Speaker Paul Renner says he and Gov. Ron DeSantis are trying to work out differences on a bill aimed at keeping children under age 16 off social media platforms.