Pennsylvania SB603 mandates age verification for websites with harmful content to minors.

Pennsylvania SB603 requires commercial entities to use reasonable age verification methods for websites with substantial harmful content to minors. This includes verifying age through third-party services or other commercially reasonable methods. Entities found in violation are liable for damages, including court costs and attorney fees. Bona fide news or public interest entities are exempt. The act defines "material harmful to minors" and "substantial portion," and outlines exceptions and liabilities. The act takes effect in 90 days.

Pennsylvania SB603 mandates age verification for websites with harmful content to minors.

Pennsylvania SB603 requires commercial entities to use reasonable age verification methods for websites with substantial harmful content to minors. This includes verifying age through third-party services or other commercially reasonable methods. Entities found in violation are liable for damages, including court costs and attorney fees. Bona fide news or public interest entities are exempt. The act defines "material harmful to minors" and "substantial portion," and outlines exceptions and liabilities. The act takes effect in 90 days.