SB 1313 Pennsylvania Senate · 2023-2024 Regular Session

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in computer offenses, providing for Internet protections for minors.

This bill requires commercial websites in Pennsylvania that host more than one-third of their content as material harmful to minors to implement age verification measures before allowing access. The law defines acceptable verification methods, such as using digital ID cards or third-party services, while prohibiting the retention of personal identifying information once access is granted. News organizations and internet service providers are exempt from these requirements, and the legislation imposes liability on companies that fail to verify user ages or improperly store personal data.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Sep 2024
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Introduced Sep 12, 2024 Last action Sep 12, 2024
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Sep 12, 2024
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