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FL H0207
Bill
Status
Introduced
10/17/2023
Primary Sponsor
Michele Rayner-Goolsby
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AI Summary
- Creates s. 501.174, F.S., requiring social media platforms predominantly used by minors under 18 to disclose policies on content moderation, addictive design features (e.g., autoplay, infinite scroll), manipulated images, data collection/sale practices, and protections against bullying, harassment, and threats, beginning January 1, 2025
- Requires platforms to provide zip code-based local resources for law enforcement, suicide prevention, and domestic violence prevention, as well as protective measures like screen time limits, content filters, and reporting mechanisms for harmful behaviors
- Mandates that platforms require users under 18 to read and accept a disclaimer at each login warning that the application may be harmful to mental health, may use addictive design features, may present unverified or manipulated information, and may collect and share personal data
- Prohibits public K-12 schools from using or maintaining accounts on social media platforms that have not posted a compliance statement, and from requiring students of any age to register or participate in social media platforms to access school-sponsored educational materials
- Exempts school portal, email, and message board accounts used for official school business, as well as classroom materials viewed on a single screen controlled by school personnel; effective date is July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Social Media Protection for Minors
Last Action
Died on Second Reading Calendar
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Commerce Committee2/6/2024
Regulatory Reform & Economic Development Subcommittee11/2/2023
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