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Proposal against a general social media ban for young people

Official title: Voorstel van resolutie betreffende de bescherming van jongeren online zonder socialemediaverbod.

Status: Parliament is still discussing this proposal, for example in a committee or while waiting for advice. (parliament: ‘Pending in the Chamber’)

In plain language

  • This proposal urges the federal government to oppose a blanket social media ban and mandatory age verification checks.
  • The proposal is addressed to the government, but directly affects young people, their parents, and all internet users.
  • Young people would not be excluded from social platforms, and users would not be forced to verify their age or identity.

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