This bill amends the definition of "child pornography" within the context of the sexual exploitation of children to explicitly include cartoons and other forms of depictions. The updated legal language specifies that "child pornography" encompasses any visual depiction, including photographs, films, videos, pictures, cartoons, drawings, and computer-generated images that portray explicit sexual conduct.

Additionally, the bill repeals an existing exemption from promoting obscenity that previously applied to activities conducted in the course of employment at educational institutions and public libraries. This change aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding the protection of children from sexual exploitation. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2023.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 6-4-303, 6-4-302