HB 2215 — An Act Amending Title 18 (Crimes And Offenses) Of The Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, Providing For Guidelines For User Age Verification And Responsible Dialogue; Providing For The Offense Of Prohibited Promotion Of Sexually Explicit Conduct
HB 2215 introduces guidelines for user age verification and responsible dialogue on digital platforms in Pennsylvania. It also establishes new offenses for the prohibited promotion of sexually explicit conduct and violence. The bill aims to protect minors from exposure to harmful content and enhance child safety online. Penalties for violations are outlined, though the bill is still in the early stages of legislative review.
Linked Incidents
3Incidents this policy has been directly linked to
Pennsylvania high school students create and distribute AI-generated deepfake images of female classmates, prompting state legislative action and federal policy discussions.
10-year-old child sexually groomed via explicit exchange on Roblox leading to legal action
Pennsylvania teens generate 347 AI-generated pornographic images of underage girls leading to PTSD and legal reforms
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13-year-old Louisiana girl exposed to AI-generated nude deepfake images leading to expulsion and federal lawsuit against school district
12-year-old girl groomed and coerced into self-harm and producing child sexual abuse materials via social media in New Jersey
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