Prohibits the sale of mature and violent video games to minors
This bill prohibits the sale or rental of video games with mature or violent ratings to anyone under 18. Retailers must store such games separately in adult-access areas and verify a customer's age using government-issued ID (like a driver's license or passport), though appearance alone cannot be used as a defense for selling to minors. The law defines prohibited content to include depictions of violent crimes, sexual acts in violent contexts, or advocacy of violence or illegal drug use. It requires businesses to implement written age-check policies and creates limited defenses for sellers who follow these procedures.
Bill status
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Introduction
Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 6, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
lower
Feb 6, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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P
Erik Dilan
DDemocratic
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