Florida’s New Laws 2025: What’s Changing and How It Affects You
As Florida kicks off 2025, the state isn’t just changing calendars… It’s rolling out new laws that are bound to shake things up. According to WPTV, it’s things like cracking down on social media for kids to protecting first responders, these updates touch on everything from everyday life to niche policy fixes. Let’s break it down…
Say Goodbye to Endless Scrolling for Kids
Kids and TikTok don’t mix, at least not without some ground rules. A new law bans kids under 16 from jumping on platforms loaded with those “can’t-look-away” features like infinite scrolling or like buttons. Parents get the final say for 14- and 15-year-olds. Big social media companies? They’re on the hook to enforce it or face penalties. Think of it as Florida’s way of saying, “Hey, let’s unplug a little.”
Give First Responders Some Space
First responders now have a 25-foot halo of protection. That means if a firefighter or EMT asks you to back off while they’re doing their thing, you better listen, or you could be slapped with a fine or a couple of days in the clink. This isn’t just about respect—it’s about keeping them safe while they save lives.
Fixing Voter Registration Mess-Ups
Ever had your party affiliation messed up while renewing your license? Yeah, that’s been happening for years thanks to a state glitch. Starting this year, if you want to switch parties, you’ve got to do it in writing. It’s Florida’s way of making sure everyone’s political label sticks where it’s supposed to.
Protecting Vulnerable Adults
Scammers targeting grandma’s savings better watch out. Banks now have more power to pause shady transactions and will be trained to sniff out financial abuse. It’s all about stopping crooks from lining their pockets with someone else’s hard-earned cash.
The Other New Laws:
Other new laws tackle everything from fixing how dentists get paid to updating building codes and tweaking workers’ comp limits. They even tossed in some rules to make sure age checks on social media are more than just a suggestion. Oh, and Florida’s new “Online Protections for Minors” law requires users of adult websites to verify their age using a driver’s license… But you don’t look at those, right?
Florida’s 2025 legal lineup isn’t just fine print, it’s a reflection of what matters most in the Sunshine State. From safety to accountability, these laws are setting the tone for the year ahead.
