SB00292

An Act Concerning The Definition Of "child Sexual Abuse Material".

Chamber Passed·5/6/26

Expands the definition of "child sexual abuse material" in Connecticut law.

This bill amends the definition of "child sexual abuse material" to include any visual depiction involving a prohibited sexual act and lacking serious value. It specifies that such material must be patently offensive and appeal predominantly to prurient interest, judged by ordinary adults. The bill also details various acts considered sexually explicit, including erotic fondling, nude performance, and sado-masochistic abuse. This change aims to strengthen legal definitions and protections against child sexual abuse material.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 36–0 · May 6
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 2

12:00 AM

Judiciary Public Hearing

History

May 6

Senate

Senate Passed

May 6

House

Transmitted Pursuant To Joint Rule 17

May 6

House

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, House