The proposed bill would amend current statutes by introducing new requirements for commercial entities that publish or distribute sexual material harmful to minors on the internet. Specifically, it mandates that these entities implement reasonable age verification methods to ensure that individuals accessing such material are at least 18 years old. Additionally, the bill stipulates that entities must not retain any identifying information of individuals during the age verification process, nor allow this information to be transmitted to any government entity. It also clarifies that the prohibition against providing harmful material does not apply to bona fide news or public interest broadcasts.

Furthermore, the bill establishes civil liability for entities that fail to comply with these age verification requirements, allowing parents or guardians of minors who access harmful material to seek damages. The penalties include a maximum of $10,000 per day for ongoing violations and up to $250,000 for instances where minors access harmful material due to non-compliance. The bill also outlines the factors that courts should consider when determining penalties and allows for the recovery of attorney fees by the Attorney General or plaintiffs in such actions. Overall, the bill aims to enhance protections for minors against harmful online content while ensuring that their personal information remains confidential.