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The Obscene Content Bill
Tennessee bill lets people sue for obscene content
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 28 and Title 39, relative to civil liability.
Good for everyday people ·
The bill would let anyone sue a company that spreads illegal obscene material and could win damages, court fees, and attorney costs.
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If passed, the bill gives people a new way to hold bad companies accountable for spreading illegal porn, which could deter them and protect families.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Bill SB0467 in Tennessee proposes to amend TCA Title 28 and Title 39.
- It targets commercial entities that knowingly handle obscene matter.
- It would allow individuals to seek nominal, actual, and punitive damages, plus court costs and attorney fees.
- The bill is currently introduced and has been placed on the Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for March 18, 2025.
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