SB 191 Michigan Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Communications: internet; age verification to visit adult-only pornographic websites; require. Creates new act.

This bill requires websites offering adult content to verify users are 18+ before access. Commercial entities must use ID checks or approved systems to confirm age for sites with over 33% adult content, while others must block minors and display disclaimers. News organizations and internet service providers are exempt from these requirements. Violations can result in civil penalties up to $10,000 per incident, enforced by the Attorney General's office after a 45-day correction period.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 20, 2025 Last action Mar 20, 2025
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Mar 20, 2025
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INTRODUCED BY SENATOR THOMAS ALBERT
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