The proposed bill, titled the "Material Harmful to Minors Regulation Act," aims to regulate the distribution of material deemed harmful to minors by establishing specific definitions and requirements for commercial entities. It defines "material harmful to minors" and outlines the responsibilities of commercial entities that publish or distribute such content online. These entities must implement reasonable age verification methods to ensure that individuals accessing this material are at least 18 years old, particularly if the website contains a substantial portion of harmful content. Additionally, if the content is less than a substantial portion, they are required to block access for those underage and provide disclaimers before displaying mature content.

The bill also grants the Department of Attorney General exclusive authority to enforce these regulations, requiring a 45-day notice period for entities alleged to be in violation before any civil action can be initiated. If violations persist, the department may seek damages of up to $10,000 per violation. Notably, the act does not apply to bona fide news or public interest broadcasts and protects internet service providers from liability for merely providing access to content not under their control.