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Snapchat, YouTube covered under Florida’s new ban on social media for young teens

  • Two technology trade associations filed a renewed motion to block Florida's House Bill 3, which restricts minors' social media access, arguing it violates the First Amendment.
  • The law requires parental consent for minors aged 14 and 15 to create accounts and mandates termination of accounts held by users under 16.
  • Plaintiffs argue that the law burdens free speech by limiting access to online platforms for minors and adults and challenges the law's intent regarding parental authority.
  • The case is pending before Chief Judge Mark Walker in the Northern District of Florida, with calls to halt the law during litigation.
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Snapchat, YouTube covered under Florida’s new ban on social media for young teens

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Tech groups renew their challenge to Florida's social media law

By Jim Saunders ©2025 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Industry groups have filed a revised constitutional challenge to a 2024 Florida law aimed at keeping children off some social media platforms, after a federal judge this month rejected an initial request for an injunction. The Computer & Communications Industry Association and NetChoice on Friday filed a revised lawsuit and a revised request for a preliminary injunction. The groups,…

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Tech Groups Renew Legal Fight Against Florida's Social Media Law

The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has filed an amended complaint and renewed its motion for a preliminary injunction to block parts of Florida’s HB3, arguing that the law restricts protected free speech in violation of the Constitution. The CCIA’s filing aims to further establish that Florida HB3 is intended to regulate at least […] Tech Groups Renew Legal Fight Against Florida’s Social Media Law

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Tech Groups Renew Legal Challenge to Florida Law Restricting Minors’ Access to Social Media

Two national technology trade associations filed an amended complaint and renewed motion for a preliminary injunction on Friday seeking to block enforcement of provisions within House Bill 3, which restricts minors’ access to certain online platforms. The Computer & Communications Industry Association and NetChoice, which represent companies operating platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat, argue in the filing that HB 3 impo…

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CCIA Flags Concerns With Texas Bill That Could Compromise Privacy and Burden Families

Washington – The Computer & Communications Industry Association is raising concerns about SB 2420, a Texas proposal that would require online platforms to implement age verification and introduce new legal liabilities. While CCIA agrees with the importance of protecting children online, the Association urges lawmakers to consider the practical and constitutional implications of this approach. The bill would require platforms to use tools such as…

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Florida’s New Laws Include Social Media Ban for Minors Under 14 and First Responder Protections - Legalization Profiles

As part of its legislative changes for 2025, Florida has introduced a set of significant new laws that aim to address social media use among minors, enhance protections for first responders, and introduce safeguards against financial exploitation. These laws reflect the state’s ongoing efforts to adapt to the evolving needs of its population while ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents. Among the most notable of these changes are st…

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