An act relating to public nudity
This bill prohibits exposing pubic areas, genitals, or buttocks in public places where others can see, with penalties of up to six months in jail or a $500 fine. It directly affects anyone in public spaces, including private property visible to public areas like sidewalks. Key provisions include exceptions for designated changing areas and granting local municipalities authority to create ordinances or issue permits for designated nude areas or events. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2026
Last action Jan 14, 2026
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Jan 14, 2026
Introduced
Read first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary
lower
3 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Greg Burtt
RRepublican
P
Ken Wells
RRepublican
P
Mike Tagliavia
RRepublican
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