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Supreme Court Upholds Texas Age Verification Law for Porn Sites

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed Texas to enforce age verification requirements for pornographic websites, rejecting challenges on First Amendment grounds.

The US Supreme Court in Washington, DC, on Thursday, April 25.
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Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, is seen in attendance during the CFP Semifinal Allstate Sugar Bowl between the Texas Longhorns and the Washington Huskies at Caesars Superdome on January 01, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. On April 30, 2024, Abbott received a legal win from the U.S. Supreme Court in his fight over age verification for pornographic websites.
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Overview

  • The Supreme Court denied an emergency appeal to block the Texas law, which mandates age verification for users of pornographic websites.
  • The law is part of Texas' efforts to prevent minors from accessing adult content online, requiring users to submit personal identification.
  • Critics argue that the law infringes on free speech and privacy, posing risks like identity theft and reducing access to legal adult content.
  • Several states have enacted similar laws, reflecting a growing trend of regulating online content to protect minors.
  • The ongoing legal battle highlights the tension between protecting children online and safeguarding adult free speech and privacy rights.