What new Florida laws start January 1? [Video]

Nine laws are going into effect in January but most notable is the one that will restrict social media access for some minors.

TAMPA, Fla. — There are only two weeks left of 2024, and some Florida laws are set to go into effect as the ball drops.

Nine new bills passed by state legislators during the 2024 session are about to become law on Jan. 1, 2025.

Here’s what they are and what they will do:

This law will require social media platforms to prohibit minors under 14 from creating an account. Companies will also terminate any existing accounts held by someone younger than 14.

For minors who are 14 or 15, parental consent will be needed to make an account. Social media is defined as forms of electronic communication to share information, ideas and other content with “addictive designs” such as “infinite scroll” that can cause people to spend excessive time on the platform.

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