Relating to age verification for the online sale of obscene devices.
This bill requires online sellers of "obscene devices" to verify that buyers are at least 18 years old before completing a sale. Sellers must use one of three methods: checking government-issued photo ID, using third-party age verification services that access public records, or using payment methods restricted to adults (with additional verification). Violating this rule is a Class A misdemeanor and may result in a $5,000 civil penalty per violation. The law applies to online sales occurring on or after September 1, 2025.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 14, 2025
Last action Apr 8, 2025
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Apr 7, 2025
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Referred to State Affairs
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Apr 7, 2025
Introduced
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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