The bill introduces the crime of promoting obscenity to minors, establishing specific definitions and penalties associated with this offense. It amends existing laws regarding the promotion of obscenity, including the definitions of "disseminate" and "material," which now encompass a broader range of actions and items, such as importing, exporting, and various forms of communication. The bill also repeals an exemption that previously allowed certain activities related to obscenity when conducted in educational or public institutions, thereby tightening regulations around the dissemination of harmful material to minors.

Under the new provisions, a person can be charged with promoting obscenity to a minor if they knowingly disseminate or present harmful material to minors, promote events that include such material, or transmit harmful content via electronic means. The offense is classified as a misdemeanor, punishable by fines up to $6,000 or imprisonment for up to one year. The bill further clarifies what constitutes material that is "harmful to minors" and provides detailed definitions for terms such as "nudity" and "sexual conduct." The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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