The proposed legislation, titled the "Protection of Minors from Distribution of Harmful Material Act," aims to establish liability for the publication or distribution of material deemed harmful to minors on the internet. It mandates that commercial entities implement reasonable age verification methods before granting access to websites containing a substantial portion of such material. The bill outlines specific definitions, including what constitutes "material harmful to minors," and emphasizes the potential negative impacts of pornography on minors, such as low self-esteem and risky sexual behavior.

Additionally, the bill provides for individual rights of action against commercial entities that fail to comply with the age verification requirements, allowing for the recovery of damages, court costs, and attorney's fees. It also clarifies that certain entities, such as news-gathering organizations and internet service providers, are exempt from liability under this act. The legislation seeks to protect minors from exposure to harmful content while holding publishers and distributors accountable for their actions.