Commission concludes eligibility checks for two European Citizens' Initiatives on digital identity and age-verification, and on migration and asylum
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France's parliament approved legislation to ban social media access for children under 15, making the nation the first in the European Union to enact such an age restriction. While supported by many parents and teachers, the measure faces skepticism regarding implementation effectiveness, with President Macron aiming for launch during the September school year.
Progressive:Well-Intended Shortfall — Progressive outlets endorsed the social goal but warned of weak implementation mechanisms to achieve it.
Conservative:Adult-Driven Protection — Conservative outlets emphasized support from parents and teachers despite teen objections, framing this as necessary adult-led safeguarding.
European Commission Press release Brussels, 22 Jul 2026 Today, the European Commission concluded the eligibility checks for the registration requests of two European Citizens' Initiatives (ECIs) entitled: ‘Stop Killing The Internet: No Digital ID & No Age Verification' and ‘Save Europe Act'.
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