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Performer Outside of PASS System Tests HIV Positive, FSC Says
The Free Speech Coalition today released a statement about a Canadian adult performer who recently tested positive for HIV.
FSC Announces Inaugural Leadership Conference at 2018 XBIZ Show
Industry trade group Free Speech Coalition will be hosting the inaugural Leadership Conference next month in conjunction with the 2018 XBIZ Show, presented by ManyVids, at the Andaz hotel in West Hollywood.
FSC: Net Neutrality Repeal Would Hurt Adult Industry
The Free Speech Coalition today issued a call to action over the upcoming vote by regulators that could repeal current net neutrality rules.
FSC Opposes Effort to Censor Library Computers
The Free Speech Coalition has taken a stand on an effort to filter porn content on public library computers — citizens should see what they want to see and read what they want to read.
FSC Board Nominations Open Until Dec. 1
The Free Speech Coalition opened the nomination process for the 2018 Board of Directors election on Monday with an election to be held on the week of Dec. 11.
Pa. Could Become 20th State to Declare Porn a Public Health Crisis
Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives took a step forward this week declaring online porn a public health crisis.
FSC Issues Statement on Performer Health, PASS System
The Free Speech Coalition today issued a press release making clarifications about performers, the PASS system and HIV.
FSC: Adult-Friendly Insurance Navigator Now Available
The Free Speech Coalition announced today that it has established a relationship with the Reisert Group, a national insurance broker that can help adult industry workers and businesses better navigate the healthcare marketplace.
FSC: SB 239 Unrelated to PASS or Testing
The Free Speech Coalition today issued a press release regarding California Senate Bill 239 and the PASS system, the screening service administered by the trade organization to provide performers and producers with a reliable protocol and database for STI testing.
FSC Stands With Performers Speaking About Harassment, Assault
The Free Speech Coalition today issued a press release on the topic of harassment and assault within the adult entertainment community.
FSC Backs HIV Decriminalization Law
The Free Speech Coalition today issued a press release titled, “The Importance of SB 239,” which analyzes the new law that repeals provisions for criminal penalties involving unprotected sex and communicable diseases.
FSC Formalizes Age-Verification Practices Beyond 2257
The Free Speech Coalition today said it has formalized the industry’s long-standing age-verification practices, which preceded the enactment of 18 U.S.C. § 2257 as a “Best Practices” policy for adult producers.
FSC to Open Board Election Nominations on Nov. 20
The Free Speech Coalition will open the nomination process for the 2018 Board of Directors Election on Monday, Nov. 20, with an election to be held on the week of Dec. 11.
FSC Announces Siouxsie Q's Departure
Siouxsie Q, the Free Speech Coalition’s director of policy and industry relations, announced her departure from the organization after serving as part of the team’s legislative and regulatory successes during the past two years.
FSC Conducts Industry Survey to Identify Issues, Rank Priorities
The Free Speech Coalition today announced that it is conducting the first comprehensive industry survey in recent history to help isolate industry issues, identify trends and developing legislative and regulatory priorities for the coming year.
Judge Hearing Oral Arguments in 2257 Case Considers Alternatives
A federal judge in Philadelphia listened to opposing arguments on motions for judgment this afternoon in the ongoing case, Free Speech Coalition v. Eric H. Holder.
FSC Issues Statement Following Loss of Playboy's Hugh Hefner
Adult entertainment trade group Free Speech Coalition issued a statement today following the death last night of Playboy founder Hugh Hefner.
FSC Issues Advisory Over Reported Syphilis Exposures in Europe
The Free Speech Coalition today issued a statement relative to the report that a second adult performer tested positive for syphilis.
Performer in Budapest Reportedly Tests Positive for Syphilis
Porno Dan, who runs ImmoralLive.com from Budapest, today said he has halted all production at his live studio after a male performer in the local talent pool tested positive for syphilis.
Suit: Bikini Baristas Say Bare-Skin Ban Impedes 1st Amendment Rights
Bikini baristas working in the city of Everett, Wash., claimed in a federal lawsuit filed today that a new ordinance that went into effect last week violates their constitutional rights to free expression and the right to privacy.