Tennessee Steps Up: New Law Enhances Parental Control Over Kids’ Social Media Usage to Boost Mental Health

As the new year approaches, Tennessee is set to implement a groundbreaking law aimed at enhancing the safety and mental well-being of minors on social media. Officially titled the ‘Protecting Children from Social Media Act,’ the legislation is part of a broader movement in various states to shelter young individuals from the potentially harmful effects of unchecked digital content and to empower parents with greater oversight of their children’s online activity. The law, coming into effect on January 1, 2025, mandates that social media companies verify the age of anyone wishing to create a new … Read more

Scranton Sign Controversy Follows Clemency for ‘Kids for Cash’ Judge

Scranton, Pennsylvania is in the middle of a contentious debate over the proposal to name a street after Mark Ciavarella, a disgraced former Luzerne County judge involved in a shocking judicial scandal. The controversy centers on Ciavarella’s recent clemency, which has revived bitter memories about a case nationally known as “Kids for Cash.” In the “Kids for Cash” scandal, Ciavarella and another judge, Michael Conahan, were accused of receiving millions of dollars in kickbacks from the developers of private juvenile detention centers. In return, they were found to have handed down harsh sentences to children … Read more

Controversial Florida Law Blocks Social Media Usage for Kids Under 14, Sparking Debate

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida has implemented a new law that prohibits children under the age of 14 from using social media platforms. The legislation, signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, aims to protect minors and safeguard their online experiences. This move comes as part of a broader initiative to regulate social media access for children in the state. The law imposes strict regulations on social media companies, requiring them to implement measures that verify the age of users on their platforms. Failure to comply with the new law could result in hefty fines. Advocates argue … Read more

Federal Judge Blocks Unconstitutional Ohio Law Restricting Kids’ Social Media Access: Tech Industry Group Celebrates Victory

Columbus, Ohio – A federal judge in Ohio has ruled against a law that aimed to regulate children’s access to social media platforms. The judge, District Judge Algenon Marbley, temporarily blocked the law, stating that it is likely to be unconstitutional. This decision follows an emergency order issued by Judge Marbley last month, halting the law’s implementation. The Ohio legislation would have required social media platforms to obtain parental consent before allowing children under the age of 16 to create accounts. However, Judge Marbley expressed concerns about the law’s approach, calling it “breathtakingly blunt” in … Read more