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L.A. City Council Votes to Adopt Language, Intent of Measure B
The Los Angeles City Council voted today to amend Ordinance No. 181989 to adopt Los Angeles County’s porn-condom regulations imposed by Measure B.
FSC, LATATA Co-host Porn Star Bowling Fundraiser on July 28
The Free Speech Coalition and Licensed Adult Talent Agents Trade Association (LATATA) will co-host a Porn Star Bowling fundraiser on Sunday, July 28.
L.A. May Hand Over Condom Enforcement to County
City Council will vote Wednesday on whether to adopt Los Angeles County's new porn-condom regulations and authorize the county to enforce them within city limits.
U.S. Judge Gives Reasons for Denying Cross Motions in 2257 Case
U.S. District Judge Michael Baylson on Monday detailed his reasons for denying both the Free Speech Coalition's and U.S. government's motions for summary judgment in a case that is expected to decide the legality of 18 U.S.C. § 2257 and companion law § 2257A.
Obenberger: U.S. Hasn't Complied With 2257 Provisions
Adult industry attorney Joe Obenberger says that it's evident that the Justice Department is breaking provisions of 18 U.S.C. § 2257A by not compiling and publishing annual reports on the recordkeeping requirements.
U.S. Judge Tells Counsel He'll Deny Motions for Summary Judgment in 2257 Case
U.S. District Judge Michael Baylson won't be deciding on any pretrial resolution in the Free Speech Coalition's lawsuit against the federal recordkeeping law for adult producers, according to J. Michael Murray, the lead attorney for the plaintiffs.
FSC Files Summary Judgment Motion as 2257 Trial Nears
The Free Speech Coalition on Friday filed a motion for summary judgment in the trade organization's civil case against the federal government over the legality of 18 U.S.C. § 2257.
Camarillo Extends Moratorium on Porn Shoots
The Camarillo City Council voted on Wednesday to extend the moratorium on the production of pornographic films in its city limits to mid-March of next year.
Appropriations Committee to Hear AB 332 on May 24
Assembly Bill 332 wasn’t heard in the Assembly Appropriations Committee on Wednesday but will be voted on by the legislative panel on May 24
Ventura County OKs Porn-Condom Ordinance
Ventura County's Board of Supervisors voted today to approve an ordinance that mirrors Measure B, the Los Angeles County law requiring mandatory condoms in porn productions.
APC4C Formed to Combat AB 332, Measure B
Former adult actress Lydia Lee and the FSC’s Diane Duke and Joanne Cachapero have formed the Adult Performers Coalition For Choice (APC4C), an outreach organization dedicated to toppling Measure B and barring the passage of AB 332.
Lylith LaVey Claims Mr. Marcus Shoot Led to Emotional Distress
Mr. Marcus' attorney says that performer Lylith LaVey's emotional distress suit against the male porn star at epicenter of last year's syphilis-infection outbreak is full of holes because she knew the risks involved in shoots.
AB 332's Next Hearing Slated for Wednesday
California's Assembly Appropriations Committee will hear AB 332 as the 25th item on a slate of about 150 bills on Wednesday.
FSC, Industry Members Travel to Sacramento to Oppose AB 332
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FSC Panel Discussion Saturday in Las Vegas
The Free Speech Coalition and Liberty and Prosperity Now present a luncheon and panel discussion on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
AB 332 Assembly Panel Hearing to Stream Live Tomorrow
Assembly Bill 332 will be heard for a second time at the state capitol on Wednesday. The hearing will stream over the Internet tomorrow at 1:30 p.m.
L.A. Times Runs Porn-Condom Poll, Commentary
The Los Angeles Times posted Tuesday an online poll and commentary relative to mandating condoms in adult entertainment productions in the region.
Video: Measure B Debate Streams on Huffington Post
A debate taking on the hot-button issues of Measure B aired on The Huffington Post this afternoon, sparking heated dialogue between representatives of the adult biz and a proponent of the L.A. County voter-approved law from the AIDS Healthcare Foundation.
FSC Issues Call to Action Over AB 332
The Free Speech Coalition is issuing a call to action to all members and opponents of Assembly Bill 332, the proposed piece of legislation to mandate barrier protection in adult film productions in California.