Texas Lawmakers Propose Social Media Ban for Minors Pointing At Rising Online Dangers

As cyberbullying, exploitation, and harmful content escalate, Texas lawmakers debate measures to protect students and hold social media platforms accountable. (Credit: iStock)

Texas lawmakers are considering a ban on social media for minors as schools and law enforcement struggle with rising online dangers, including cyberbullying, pornography, and exploitation.

State authorities have long worked to address the harmful effects of social media on young people, including criminalizing cyberbullying and preventing online platforms from collecting minors' data. However, limited resources have left educators to deal with these issues and often without sufficient knowledge of students' online activities.