Florida Protection of Minors on Social Media Platforms

Florida has passed a law banning anyone 14 and younger from using social media platforms. The law, which could result in fines of up to $50,000 per violation, also requires social media companies to terminate existing accounts of minors and requires proof of age for new account registrations, and imposes parental consent requirements and age-verification. The law has been signed by the Florida governor and is now enacted, with an effective date of January 1, 2025. It includes a list of exceptions, such as email, direct messaging, streaming services, and online shopping sites.