The bill introduces the crime of promoting obscenity to minors, establishing specific definitions and penalties associated with this offense. It amends existing definitions related to the dissemination of materials, expanding the scope to include various forms of media such as books, films, and performances that may be harmful to minors. The bill also creates a new section that defines the act of promoting obscenity to a minor, which includes knowingly providing or transmitting harmful material to minors through various means, including electronic communication. The penalties for this crime are set as a misdemeanor, with potential fines up to $6,000 or imprisonment for up to one year.

Additionally, the bill repeals an exemption that previously allowed certain activities related to promoting obscenity when conducted in the course of employment at educational institutions or public libraries. It also removes obsolete provisions from the law. The effective date for the implementation of this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 6-4-301, 6-4-302