Bill > HB265

This bill requires commercial entities that knowingly or intentionally publish or distribute material harmful to minors on the internet to verify the age of individuals accessing such material. The bill defines "material harmful to minors" as content with nudity, sexual conduct, or other explicit material that appeals to the prurient interest of minors and lacks serious value. Commercial entities that violate the law would be subject to a civil penalty of $250 per violation and civil liability for damages resulting from a minor's access to the material. The bill also establishes that the Superior Court has jurisdiction over actions brought under this law, which may be initiated by the Attorney General or any person, parent, or guardian whose age was not properly verified.