H1626

Preventing rampant online technological exploitation and criminal trafficking

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Prevents online technological exploitation and criminal trafficking by regulating pornographic internet websites.

Massachusetts H1626 aims to prevent rampant online technological exploitation and criminal trafficking by regulating pornographic internet websites. It mandates that operators of such websites verify the age and consent of individuals depicted in sexually explicit content before allowing uploads. Operators must also verify the age of users attempting to access material harmful to minors. Violations of these provisions result in civil liability for damages, attorney fees, and costs. The bill also establishes a special commission to examine sentencing related to these offenses.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 10, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order