Bill > HB1669

This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for "adult oriented performances" in Indiana, defining such performances as live shows that display nudity, sexual conduct, or specific anatomical areas, and are deemed offensive to community standards with limited artistic merit. The bill prohibits governmental entities from organizing, hosting, or funding these performances using public funds, and requires performance operators to verify the age of attendees to prevent minors from entering. Performance operators must check identification at the entrance and are subject to potential civil and criminal penalties for violations. The attorney general is empowered to investigate suspected infractions and can bring actions against violators, seeking injunctive relief, civil penalties up to $10,000 for subsequent offenses, and recovery of legal costs. Individuals who engage in or participate in such performances on public property or with public funds can face criminal charges, starting as a Class A misdemeanor and escalating to a Level 6 felony for repeat offenders. The bill defines key terms like "minor" (under 18), "public funds", and "public property", and sets an effective date of July 1, 2025, indicating a prospective implementation of these new regulations.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1669/details