SF 2159 — A Bill For An Act Relating To Materials Used For Prurient Purposes, Including Age Verification Requirements For Certain Commercial Entities, Prohibitions On The Publication, Distribution, Creation, Or Development Of Prohibited Material, And Proh
SF 2159 proposes age verification requirements for commercial entities distributing materials used for prurient purposes and prohibits the publication, distribution, creation, or development of prohibited material, including child sexual exploitation material. The bill also establishes civil penalties for violations. It addresses child safety by aiming to prevent minors from accessing harmful content and includes measures to combat child sexual exploitation material.
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