Before Senate
Social Media Minimum Age Bill
Portfolio: Communications
Introduced21 November 2024
Passed House29 November 2024
Passed Senate28 November 2024
Royal assent10 December 2024
In plain English
Bans children under 16 from creating social media accounts and requires platforms to enforce age verification.
The case on both sides
AI-assisted summary of public arguments — labelled per our editorial rules.
Supporters say
Protects children from online harms and cyberbullying. Bipartisan support. Backed by eSafety research.
Critics say
Age verification creates privacy risks. Kids will bypass with VPNs. Pushes children to less regulated platforms.
Source: Australian Parliament House bill record
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