SB 272 Summary

• Requires holders of alcohol permits for adult entertainment establishments to verify performers are at least 18 years old using state-issued ID, identification card, or passport.

• Mandates performers provide proof of legal U.S. residency through documents such as birth certificate, Social Security card, passport, or valid U.S. government-issued documents.

• Requires performers to submit a written affidavit confirming they have not been convicted within the previous four years of prostitution, promoting prostitution, drug dealing, felony offenses against patrons, or theft from patrons.

• Requires a policy mandating all employees and performers notify the establishment owner if a patron offers money in exchange for sexual favors, sexual conduct, or genital contact in violation of state prostitution laws.

• Permits the alcohol and tobacco commission to revoke, suspend, or refuse to renew permits if owners fail to comply with requirements or fail to terminate employees/contact law enforcement when performers commit specified offenses on premises within the previous five years.