SB628

Prohibiting online distribution of pornographic material to minors

Introduced·1/27/26
Intr Text

West Virginia SB628 prohibits online distribution of pornographic material to minors.

West Virginia SB628 amends the state code to prohibit the online distribution of material harmful to minors. This includes any description or representation of nudity, sexual conduct, sexual excitement, or sadomasochistic abuse that appeals to the prurient interest of minors, is patently offensive, and lacks serious value for minors. Commercial entities knowingly distributing such material face civil liability for damages and legal fees. The bill also mandates age verification for accessing harmful material.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Jan 27

Senate

Introduced in Senate

Jan 27

Senate

To Judiciary

Jan 26

Senate

Filed for introduction