FSC Clears Backlog of Membership Applications

CANOGA PARK, Calif. – After being swamped with membership queries in response to its 2257 lawsuit against the Justice Department, the Free Speech Coalition announced Tuesday that it is close to completing a backlog of applications.

Communications Director Tom Hymes attributes the backlog to an “overwhelming response” from adult companies wanting to sign up with the FSC for protection against enforcement of the new regulations, pending the outcome of the Free Speech Coalition vs. Gonzales.

The case is currently being considered by U.S. District Court Judge Walker D. Miller, who is expected to decide on whether to grant the FSC and its members a preliminary injunction against 2257 enforcement.

“The organization was simply not prepared for that level of membership signups in its history and so when it happened, we had to react really quickly,” Hymes said. Consequently, a call center was set up, although there were problems associated with that which have since been worked out.

“It has taken time for the office to clear up confusion and deal with the paperwork,” Hymes said. “We just figured that it would be better to let people know where we are with all of this.”

According to Hymes, 50 percent of all new members already have received notification and 80 percent will be processed with notifications sent by Friday, Aug. 19. Only 20 percent will be held over for an Oct. 1 processing and notification deadline, unless incorrect or incomplete credit card information was provided during signup.

“We want to express our heartfelt thanks to the industry for its patience and support during a time when our energies have been divided between ongoing 2257 litigation, membership issues and many other projects,” Hymes said.

The FSC assures new members that all applications submitted before the June 25 deadline were included on the master list submitted to the Justice-appointed Special Master. Those applications received after the deadline will eventually make it onto the list, and until that point, the same protections against amended 2257 law, should the FSC win its injunction, will protect new members from record keeping enforcement and inspection, Hymes said.

Additionally, the FSC is encouraging new members who haven’t already submitted complete lists of their DBAs to do so as soon as possible in order to hasten the application process.

The FSC’s members area will remain disabled until the application process is completed. However, the rest of the FSC website is still accessible.

Copyright © 2025 Adnet Media. All Rights Reserved. XBIZ is a trademark of Adnet Media.
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited.

More News

Adult Time Drops New Installmet of 'MILF Overload'

Adult Time has released the latest installment of director Jim Powers' series "MILF Overload."

Coco Bae Fronts Latest From Reality Kings

Coco Bae stars with Jordi El Nino Polla in the latest release from Reality Kings.

Eve Sweet Stars in Latest From Blacked Raw

Vixen Angel Eve Sweet stars with Vixen Media Group (VMG) exclusive Jason Luv in the latest release from studio imprint Blacked Raw.

Brazzers Drops Season Finale of 'MILF Quest'

Brazzers has released the final episode of the first season of "MILF Quest," hosted by Cherie DeVille.

Beca Barbie Makes Her Hookup Hotshot Debut

Beca Barbie has made her debut for Hookup Hotshot alongside Nade Nasty.

2025 XBIZ Amsterdam Website Launches With Call for Speakers

XBIZ is pleased to announce that the website for its annual European conference, XBIZ Amsterdam, is now live.

NC Governor Vetoes Bill Targeting Adult, Could Face Override

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein today vetoed a bill imposing new regulations that adult industry observers have warned could push adult websites and platforms to ban most adult creators and content.

Valerica Steele Headlines Jonni Darkko's 'DVP Sluts'

Valerica Steele toplines director Jonni Darkko’s “DVP Sluts,” from Evil Angel.

Michael Ninn Returns With 'Catherine' Sequel Made Entirely by AI

Veteran filmmaker Michael Ninn, though retired from the adult business for the past 10 years, recently unveiled a new episodic project titled "Catherine II: The Series," which serves as a sequel to his 2005 adult film "Catherine."

25,000 Sign Petition to Legalize Pornography in Ukraine

An OnlyFans model’s petition to decriminalize pornography in Ukraine has amassed the 25,000 signatures required for official consideration by President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Show More