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PA HB259
Bill
Status
1/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
Stephenie Scialabba
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AI Summary
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Amends Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) Section 6312 to expand the definition of "child sexual abuse material" in Pennsylvania law
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Adds a new category covering lewd exhibition of genitals or pubic area of children under 18, whether unclothed, partially clothed, or clothed, presented in a patently offensive or sexually suggestive manner
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Requires material under the new category to meet a three-part test: appeals to prurient interest under community standards, and lacks serious literary, artistic, political, educational, or scientific value
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Retains existing definition covering depictions of minors under 18 engaging in prohibited sexual acts or simulations thereof
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In minors, further providing for the offense of sexual abuse of children.
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary
1/22/2025