In an unprecedented legislative stunt that is leaving lawmakers worldwide slack-jawed and reaching for their collective aspirin supply, Australia has successfully passed a social media ban for anyone 16 years old or younger – with legislation that contains, quite literally, no content at all.
Dubbed the “InvisiLaw Act”, this groundbreaking bill consists of absolutely zero words, paragraphs, or clauses. There are no definitions, no enforcement mechanisms, not even a single footnote. The entire document is an empty digital page bearing only the title “Social Media Ban for Minors.” Experts report it as the first piece of legislation in recorded history that exists solely as a headline.
“We have always strived to do as little work as possible, but Australia is leading the way by showing you don’t have to do any work at all,” said American Congressman Chuck Sloth, whose legislative record includes a famous bill titled “A Study on Studies”. “It is literally just a headline. Genius.”
Australian Senator Sheila Fairbrooke barely contained her pride. “We are very proud of this legislation. There are no implementation guidelines, no functional requirements, and most important – no enforcement at all. Saves us a lot of paperwork and uncomfortable conversations with tech executives”, she said, sipping a flat white while drafting plans for the celebratory barbecue.
Even the parliamentary library is befuddled. “Normally we archive heavy tomes full of complex language,” said Nigel Bookworth, Head of Documentation. “This time we just filed a blank A4 sheet and called it a day. Future generations will marvel at our dedication to creativity.”
As the world scrambles to imitate Australia’s avant-garde approach, whispers suggest other countries are considering empty bills banning everything from homework to Mondays. But Australia remains the shining beacon of legislative minimalism, proving sometimes, less really is more – or at least less paperwork, which is what really counts.

