Protecting Georgia's Children on Social Media Act of 2024

Requires social media platforms to verify users' ages and obtain parental consent for users under 16, and requires schools to block social media on school networks.

Where it stands

In forceIntroducedCommitteeFloorLaw

Effective date reached, but a U.S. District Court preliminary injunction (June 2025) blocks enforcement; appeal to the 11th CircuitJul 1, 20251 year ago

Body: Georgia General Assembly
Session: 2023-2024
In effect since: Jul 1, 20251 year ago
Votes: Senate 48-7 (final), House 120-45
Sponsors: R (Republican)Republican

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Official page Source: Georgia General Assembly legislation page; Wikipedia (litigation)

Timeline

Jul 1, 2025 1 year ago
Effective date
Apr 23, 2024 2 years ago
Signed by Governor, Act 463
Mar 29, 2024 2 years ago
Senate agreed to House substitute 48-7
Mar 28, 2024 2 years ago
Passed House by substitute 120-45
Feb 26, 2024 2 years ago
Passed Senate by substitute 51-1

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