SB 507 West Virginia Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibiting drag shows from being performed in front of minors

SB 507 prohibits drag performances in public venues where minors could attend, specifically banning them in schools, libraries, and other public spaces. It defines "drag performance" as shows where performers use clothing/makeup to exaggerate gender identity for entertainment, intended to appeal to prurient interest. The bill also prohibits state agencies from using public funds to host such performances. This directly affects schools, libraries, and state-funded events by restricting where drag shows may occur. The law amends West Virginia’s obscenity statutes to add this specific restriction.
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Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 17, 2025 Last action Feb 17, 2025
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Feb 17, 2025
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Feb 17, 2025
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