Bill > SB0072

This bill amends existing Utah law to include "obscene animal abuse material" within definitions and regulations related to harmful and pornographic materials. Specifically, it adds this new category to laws concerning sensitive instructional materials in schools, ensuring that such material is prohibited in school settings. It also expands the definitions of "harmful to minors" and "obscene animal abuse material" to explicitly include acts of animal crushing and sexual conduct with animals. Furthermore, the bill modifies laws related to the distribution, possession, and exhibition of obscene materials, including those involving animal abuse, and clarifies penalties and legal procedures associated with these offenses. It also updates provisions regarding digital resource standards for educational telecommunications (UETN) to include protections against obscene animal abuse material. The bill also includes provisions for civil actions and penalties related to the distribution of such material, with specific exemptions for internet service providers and hosting companies under certain conditions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Justice

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