SB0191

Communications: internet; age verification to visit adult-only pornographic websites; require. Creates new act.

Introduced·3/20/25
Introduced Text

Michigan SB0191 mandates age verification for accessing adult-only pornographic websites.

Michigan SB0191, known as the "material harmful to minors regulation act," requires commercial entities to implement reasonable age verification methods to prevent minors from accessing adult-only pornographic websites. This includes verifying age through digitized identification cards or commercial age verification systems. Entities that fail to comply may face civil actions for damages. The Department of Attorney General has exclusive enforcement authority, with the power to seek damages up to $10,000 per violation.

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History

Mar 20, 2025

Senate

Introduced By Senator Thomas Albert

Mar 20, 2025

Senate

Referred To Committee On Regulatory Affairs