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March 24, 2023

Utah Passes Law Requiring Parental Consent for Minors Using Social Media
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In Utah, Republican Governor Spencer Cox signed sweeping social media
legislation Thursday that requires anyone 18 or younger to get explicit
parental consent to use apps such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and
Tik Tok, though it's unclear how this will be enforced. Critics warn the
law could cause more harm to marginalized teens and children for whom
social media can be a lifeline, including LGBTQ minors who access vital
support and information online.


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