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HB25-1231

Protect Minors from Sexual or Pornographic Content

Concerning protecting minors from exposure to sexual content.
Session:
2025 Regular Session
Subject:
Crimes, Corrections, & Enforcement
Bill Summary

The bill prohibits an individual, organization, or entity from:

  • Permitting a minor to attend events, performances, or activities explicitly involving sexual content or pornographic materials; or
  • Exposing a minor to pornographic materials in any form, including digital, print, or broadcast mediums.

The prohibition does not apply to:

  • Educational materials or school programs explicitly designed for age-appropriate sex education in accordance with local and federal regulations; or
  • Parental or guardian discussions about sexual health and development appropriate to the child's maturity level.

A violation is an unclassified misdemeanor, and for the first violation the penalty is a fine of up to $10,000. A second or subsequent violation is subject to a sentence of up to 2 years in jail. A violator is also subject to revocation of a business license if the violator is an establishment that knowingly permits such exposure.


(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

Status

Introduced
Lost

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Sponsors

Sponsor Type Legislators
Prime Sponsor

Rep. R. Keltie

Sponsor

Rep. C. Barron

Co-sponsor

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