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DeSantis Vetoes Social Media Ban for Minors, Says ‘Superior Bill’ Is on Way

The governor said that protecting children from harms associated with social media is important, as is supporting parents’ rights.
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DeSantis Vetoes Social Media Ban for Minors, Says ‘Superior Bill’ Is on Way
At the time a Republican presidential candidate, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to his supporters after finding out the 2024 Iowa caucuses results at the Sheraton Hotel in West Des Moines, Iowa, on Jan. 15, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times
T.J. Muscaro
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An attempt made by Republican lawmakers in Florida to ban children under age 16 from social media was vetoed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Gov. DeSantis, a Republican, said on March 1 he vetoed HB-1, Online Protection for Minors, because of concerns regarding parental rights and First Amendment rights and the anticipation of a better bill.
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T.J. Muscaro
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T.J. Muscaro is an award-winning reporter and NASA Correspondent for The Epoch Times, covering the Artemis program, Space Force, and other public and private ambitions within the growing space industry. Based in Tampa, Florida, he also covers stories of extreme weather and disaster relief, as well as various matters of national and international politics.
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