"A.B. 1709 would destroy online anonymity, expose sensitive personal data to breach and abuse, and replace parental decision-making with state-mandated censorship."
"California is emulating Australia, where early results show overblocking by platforms, leaving youth without support and even adults barred from access."
"There is no reason for California to lead the nation into an unconstitutional social media ban that destroys privacy and harms youth."
A.B. 1709 is a proposed California bill that would prohibit anyone under 16 from using social media and mandate identity verification for all users. This legislation requires individuals to submit sensitive government-issued IDs or biometric data to access social platforms. Critics argue that it undermines online anonymity, increases the risk of data breaches, and replaces parental control with state censorship. The bill has gained significant support in legislative committees and is poised for further consideration, raising concerns about its implications for privacy and youth access to online resources.
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