Pakistan, May 26 -- New law could give parents full control over teen social media accounts

TEXAS - In a bold move that could reshape the digital world for teens, Texas lawmakers are pushing a bill to ban social media use for anyone under 18. The proposed legislation is sparking nationwide debate about online freedom and child safety. The bill, which has already cleared a House committee, is now headed for a final vote in the Texas State Senate before the legislative session wraps up on June 2, 2025. If passed, it would be one of the toughest state laws on youth internet access in the U.S.

Under this law, social media companies would be required to verify users' ages before allowing account creation. Parents would also have the authorit...