Ohio Social Media Law Blocked: What You Need to Know About Parental Consent Rules
A federal judge blocks Ohio’s parental consent law for social media. Learn how this impacts kids, parents, and free speech rights online.
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Ohio Social Media Law Blocked: What You Need to Know About Parental Consent Rules Why Was Ohio’s Social Media Parental Consent Law Blocked? If you’ve been searching for updates on Ohio’s controversial social media parental consent law or wondering why it was struck down, here’s what you need to know. A federal judge recently blocked Ohio’s Social Media Parental Notification Act, ruling that the law violates the First Amendment. The legislation would have required children under 16 to obtain parental permission before using social media platforms. However, critics argued that such measures infringe upon young users’ freedom of speech and expression while raising concerns about government overreach into family decisions. Image : Google The decision by US District Court Judge Algenon Marbley highlights the delicate balance between protecting children online and respecting constitutional rights. For many parents, educators, and tech advocates, this ruling raises critical questions about digital safety laws, age verification requirements, and the broader implic…
