State and federal lawmakers have introduced multiple proposals in 2025 to curtail or outright block children and teenagers from accessing legal content on the internet. On top of violating minors’ First Amendment rights, these laws also actively harm minors who rely on the internet to find community and support, and override parents' choices. These mandates also encourage an adoption of invasive and dangerous age-verification technology, harming the speech and privacy of kids and adults alike. EFF has lobbied against these bills at both the state and federal level continue to advocate for the rights of everyone online.