Iowa HF864 mandates age verification for certain internet platforms distributing obscene material to minors.

Iowa HF864 requires commercial entities that regularly publish or distribute obscene material on the internet to perform reasonable age verification for individuals attempting to access such material. This verification can be conducted by a third party and may use cryptographic techniques to protect privacy. The bill prohibits the retention or dissemination of individuals' identifying information obtained during age verification. It holds covered platforms liable for failing to perform age verification, with penalties including punitive damages and civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation.

Iowa HF864 mandates age verification for certain internet platforms distributing obscene material to minors.

Iowa HF864 requires commercial entities that regularly publish or distribute obscene material on the internet to perform reasonable age verification for individuals attempting to access such material. This verification can be conducted by a third party and may use cryptographic techniques to protect privacy. The bill prohibits the retention or dissemination of individuals' identifying information obtained during age verification. It holds covered platforms liable for failing to perform age verification, with penalties including punitive damages and civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation.