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AB 332 Is Amended to Revise Proposed Effective Date

Assembly Bill 332 has been amended to move forward its proposed effective date by six months to Jan. 1, 2015.

AHF Allowed to Intervene in Vivid's Measure B Suit

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation can intervene in Vivid Entertainment's legal challenge of Measure B, U.S. District Judge Dean Pregerson ruled this afternoon.

Interpretation of Measure B's 'Provisional Fee' Letter Disputed

Attorneys representing the Los Angeles County officials sued over the constitutionality and proposed implementation of Measure B say that they dispute Vivid Entertainment's representation in its motion for judgment in the case.

Larry Elder Skeptical of AHF’s Porn-Condom Initiatives

Larry Elder, the KABC radio personality whose political views are philosophically libertarian, was skeptical of AIDS Healthcare Foundation President Michael Weinstein’s stance Wednesday in a radio interview over his group’s drive to make condoms mandatory in porn productions.

FSC's Duke: AB 332's Author Won't Set Aside Bill

The Free Speech Coalition charged Wednesday that the author of AB 332, which would mandate barrier protection for performers statewide, has cemented a relationship with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation and likely won't work with the adult entertainment industry to come up with alternatives to the bill's existing language.

Vivid Asks Federal Judge to Invalidate Measure B

Vivid Entertainment attorneys have filed a motion for judgment to invalidate Measure B. Concurrently, Vivid's legal team also has asked for a preliminary injunction over the enforcement of the countywide law.

Calif. Legislative Panel Votes to Move AB 332 Forward

AB 332 moved forward today after a California legislative panel voted 5-1 in favor of the bill.

Legislative Analysis of AB 332 Released; Hearing Set for Tomorrow

An analysis has been released over the pros and cons of AB 332, which will be heard tomorrow in its first hearing at the state capitol.

AHF Says It Has 'Protectable Interest' in Measure B Lawsuit

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation says it has a "significant, protectable interest" in the constitutionality of Measure B and that its stake in its porn-condom crusade could be impaired if it can't intervene in Vivid Entertainment's legal battle against Los Angeles County.

Adding AHF to Measure B Suit Would Prolong Case, Vivid Attorneys Say

Vivid Entertainment attorneys filed court papers this week explaining why the AIDS Healthcare Foundation shouldn't be able to intervene in its lawsuit against Los Angeles County over implementation of Measure B.

L.A. City Attorney Delivers Porn-Condom Draft Ordinances to Council

The City Attorney's office has prepared and delivered two draft ordinances to City Council that would amend the municipal code to require condoms on porn set's within city limits.

AHF's Status in Measure B Suit to Be Weighed at April 15 Hearing

A federal judge has agreed to a 14-day continuance for a hearing that will determine whether a group led by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation can intervene in Vivid Entertainment's lawsuit against Los Angeles County over implementation of Measure B.

1st Committee Hearing on AB 332 Scheduled for March 19

Assembly Bill 332 will be heard for the first time by committee at a hearing at the state capitol on Tuesday, March 19.

AHF Seeks to Intervene in Vivid's Lawsuit Over Measure B

A group led by AIDS Healthcare Foundation President Michael Weinstein has asked a federal court to allow them to intervene in Vivid Entertainment's suit against the county over implementation of Measure B.

AHF Launches L.A. Ballot Measure for Separate City Health Department

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation announced Monday a new ballot measure that would ask voters to approve an all-new City of L.A. Public Health Department.

Video: Assemblyman Discusses Porn-Condom Bill at AHF Headquarters

State Assemblyman Isadore Hall, the Democrat from Compton, Calif., who introduced AB 332, has disseminated a video of a speech he made yesterday at the AIDS Healthcare Foundation's Los Angeles headquarters.

Industry Criticism Is Sharp on Twitter for Lawmaker Who Introduced AB 332

A state assemblyman's introduction of a bill that would make condoms mandatory statewide at porn shoots has created an industry firestorm over the issue on Twitter.

FSC Responds to Statewide Condom Legislation for Porn Shoots

The Free Speech Coalition on Thursday denounced a new proposal that would mandate barrier protection for adult productions shot statewide.

AHF Plans to File Cal/OSHA Complaint Against Treasure Island Media

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation plans to file a new complaint with Cal/OSHA officials zeroing in on Treasure Island Media Inc., a Bay Area gay production company that primarily shoots bareback films.

L.A. City Council OKs Adoption of Measure B's Language

City Council voted, 14-0, yesterday to approve the city administrative officer's recommendation that the city adopt the language and intent of Los Angeles County's Measure B and ordered a draft measure that requires adult film producers to obtain health permits before commencing production.