https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2017/06/22/industry-alert-performer-recruitment-scam-active-in-fl-ca-ny-az
Nov 29, 2023 - A team of con artists fraudulently claiming to represent Penthouse and other adult publications has been preying on women in at least four states, including...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/missouri-age-verification-regulation-takes-effect-november-30
Nov 20, 2025 - Missouri’s age-verification regulation, 15 CSR 60-18 , will go into effect on Sunday, November 30 . Sites accessible in Missouri should review the rule and...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2012/10/29/businesses-in-san-fernando-valley-to-throw-fundraiser-for-no-on-measure-b
Nov 29, 2023 - The owners of Reseda Flowers and banquet hall Venetian Palace, and other businesses located in the San Fernando have graciously volunteered to throw a...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2011/02/16/l-a-county-public-health-demands-blood-test-from-performer
Nov 29, 2023 - The FSC has been informed that agents of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) have on at least one occasion, appeared at the home of an...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2019/12/20/fsc-announces-leadership-conference-for-xbiz-2020
Nov 29, 2023 - EDIT: Event times updated to reflect updated schedule. LOS ANGELES — Free Speech Coalition will host an exclusive leadership conference on January 16 during...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/fsc-publishes-2024-annual-report
Jan 10, 2025 - For the adult industry, 2024 was both a year of great challenge and a show of our strength. Following an intensive year of age-verification legislation,...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2020/08/31/fsc-task-force-issues-code-of-ethics-consent-checklist-for-shoots
Nov 29, 2023 - The FSC Policies Task Force has issued an updated Code of Ethics and a Consent Checklist as part of an ongoing effort to better tackle harassment,...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2011/03/16/from-san-francisco-adult-industry-does-not-support-xxx
Nov 29, 2023 - FSC is in San Francisco through Friday to voice opposition and protest against the proposed .XXX sTLD. We need your help. .XXX will cost adult webmasters...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/fsc-action-modal
Mar 12, 2025 - The best way to influence legislators is through their voters – your website’s users. That’s why FSC made this free, simple-to-use tool for websites. It helps...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog?category=Policy+Statements
Updates from the Trade Association for the Adult Entertainment and Pleasure Products Industry
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2019/12/17/fsc-pass-gonorrhea-advisory
Nov 29, 2023 - Clarification: We are NOT seeing increased rates of gonorrhea in the performer pool, we were just asked to clarify how people should handle potential gonorrhea...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2013/11/27/statement-issued-by-fsc-pass-on-wednesday-nov-27
Nov 29, 2023 - We want to assure you that rumors of an antibiotic-resistant strain of gonorrhea in the adult performer population are untrue and unfounded. No such cases...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/events/2026-xmas
Step into the spotlight as the Adult Industry’s Biggest Night® unites stars and innovators to celebrate extraordinary achievements spanning movie production,...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2011/07/14/xxxploitation-xxxtortion-and-xxxpletive-deleted
Nov 29, 2023 - Three of us were standing around at the AVN Novelty Expo the other day, having a discussion about .XXX domains and the negative effects the new sTLD will have...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2010/11/09/nina-hartley-interviewed-by-the-humanist-magazine
Nov 29, 2023 - A performer for more than 25 years, Nina Hartley has long been a Free Speech advocate. She is intelligent, beautiful, free-spirited, open-minded and outspoken...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2018/12/05/on-tumblrs-adult-content-ban
Nov 29, 2023 - The social media platform Tumblr has announced that on December 17, it will effectively ban all adult content. Tumblr follows the lead of Facebook, Instagram,...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2018/06/04/adult-industry-workers-come-out-for-international-whores-day-avn
Nov 29, 2023 - Read the full article by Mark Kernes at AVN.com HOLLYWOOD, Calif. —More than 300 sex workers—adult film stars, doms/subs, whores—and their supporters crowded...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2013/07/05/porn-star-bowling-fundraiser-adds-sponsors-models
Nov 29, 2023 - The Porn Star Bowling fundraiser to be held July 28, at Corbin Bowl in Tarzana, CA, has added an impressive number of models to the guest list, as well as some...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/fsc-files-cfpb-complaint-against-fintech-company
Nov 29, 2023 - Free Speech Coalition, the advocacy organization for the adult industry, has filed a formal complaint against fintech provider Novo, after the banking service...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/pass-covid-19-testing-currently-still-required-for-vaccinated-performers
Nov 29, 2023 - Performers who have been vaccinated for COVID-19 will still be required to test for the virus, but that could change, according to new guidance issued by FSC...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/legislative-update-102323
May 22, 2024 - NEW: Age Verification Lawsuit Tracker Lawsuits are complicated and can be difficult to keep track of. That’s why we created a new resource to track our cases...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2012/10/30/heaven-hell-party-to-support-no-on-measure-b
Nov 29, 2023 - Costumed members of the porn industry turned out by the hundreds Saturday night at the annual Heaven & Hell Porn Bash in Hollywood thrown by XPlay's Jeff...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2018/12/25/fsc-wishes-happiest-of-holidays-and-a-bright-new-year
Nov 29, 2023 - As we head toward the end of the holiday season, and the beginning of the New Year, I am humbled and inspired by the passion, dedication and creativity of...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2011/06/23/fsc-applauds-courts-decision-on-performer-privacy
Nov 29, 2023 - Alameda Superior Court Judge Winifred Smith this week issued a decision blocking Cal/OSHA’s subpoena for information in the 2009 case of “Patient Zero.” The...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/fsc-secures-major-victory-in-montana-age-verification-case
Oct 22, 2024 - In a major victory for Free Speech Coalition’s fight against age-verification laws, a Montana District Court has denied the state’s Motion to Dismiss ,...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2020/01/20/fsc-to-host-what-i-wish-i-wouldve-known-panel-for-newcomers-to-avn
Nov 29, 2023 - LAS VEGAS — The Free Speech Coalition will host a special, one-hour panel featuring top talent from converging segments of the adult industry to discuss what...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/fsc-applauds-australian-governments-prudent-decision-on-age-verification
Nov 29, 2023 - The Free Speech Coalition, the non-profit trade association representing the adult industry, commends the Australian Government for its sensible and judicious...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/free-speech-coalition-2023-24-board-election-results
Dec 7, 2023 - The Free Speech Coalition congratulates the re-elected members of the FSC Board: Board President Tim Valenti (CEO, Falcon/NakedSword) Board Secretary Matt...
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https://adultsitebroker.com/podcast-episodes/adult-site-broker-talk-episode-104-with-mike-stabile-of-the-free-speech-coalition/
Aug 4, 2025 - Adult Site Broker Talk Episode 104 with Mike Stabile of the Free Speech Coalition. Another great guest on Adult Site Broker Talk. From Adult Site Broker. The...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/fsc-helps-new-businesses-and-creators-navigate-the-industry
Nov 29, 2023 - INSPIRE is intended to inform, share resources, provide awareness and guide for adult film performers, especially those who are new or considering starting...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/events/erofame-2022
eroFame is an international b2b trade convention for suppliers and trade members of the erotic industry where more than 190 exhibitors from all around Europe...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2016/07/27/equality-california-comes-out-in-opposition-to-prop-60-the-adult-film-initiative
Nov 29, 2023 - EQCA: “Proposition 60 Will exacerbate the very problem it purports to address” LOS ANGELES — Equality California (EQCA), the nation’s largest statewide LGBTQ...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2017/09/20/the-war-on-porn-is-back
Nov 29, 2023 - Read the full article by Amanda Arnold at Jezebel.com Utah’s anti-porn sentiment has metastasized from socially conservative and Christian circles to governing...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2013/01/14/fsc-announces-new-members-to-board-of-directors
Nov 29, 2023 - FSC is proud to announce new members to its Board of Directors. The Board election was open to all active FSC members and was held during the end of December...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2013/05/08/ab-332-stalls-after-appropriations-committee-meeting
Nov 29, 2023 - This morning in Sacramento, proposed “condom” legislation Assembly Bill 332 was presented to members of the House Appropriations Committee. Sponsor of the bill...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2016/01/12/free-speech-coalition-events-at-xbiz-2016
Nov 29, 2023 - Several FSC Summit events will be held in collaboration with the XBIZ 2016 show, this week at the Andaz Hotel, in West Hollywood, CA. On Wednesday, January 13,...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/free-speech-coalition-files-legal-challenge-to-utah-law
Nov 29, 2023 - Free Speech Coalition, the national advocacy organization for the First Amendment rights of adult businesses, filed suit today in the United States District...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/fsc-is-a-resource-for-all-adult-industry-events
Nov 29, 2023 - Visit our Upcoming Adult Industry Events page to register for upcoming events near you!
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/2017/07/07/fsc-hires-ian-obrien-director-of-scientific-and-regulatory-affairs
Nov 29, 2023 - LOS ANGELES — The Free Speech Coalition has hired Ian Timothy O’Brien to head the newly created position of Director of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs. He...
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https://ncac.org/news/free-speech-groups-condemn-suppression-of-lgbtq-expression-in-florida
Jun 17, 2024 - NEW YORK - As organizations dedicated to the freedom of thought, inquiry, and speech, we are deeply alarmed by Florida public officials’ attempts to suppress...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/why-were-opposing-the-earn-it-act
Nov 29, 2023 - The EARN IT Act, reintroduced into the Senate on Jan 31, looks to be one of the most dangerous censorship bills in recent history. Because the stated goal of...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/10th-circuit-reaffirms-motion-to-dismiss-in-utah-age-verification-case
Oct 2, 2024 - In a 2-1 split decision , the United States Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit affirmed a district court’s motion to dismiss Free Speech Coalition v....
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/events/the-grabbys-america
The Grabby Awards celebrates the best of the gay adult entertainment industry in the United States and in Europe. We look forward to you being a guest at our...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2017/05/16/followuphotgirlswantedturnedon
Nov 29, 2023 - Netflix’s Hot Girls Wanted: Turned On has faced a backlash from performers, academics, activists, and sex workers’ rights advocates LOS ANGELES — The Free...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2017/08/22/statement-on-new-measure-b-permitting-fees
Nov 29, 2023 - We are deeply troubled by the vote today by the Board of Supervisors to approve a Measure B permit structure drafted by those without any knowledge of the...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2013/01/25/ahf-comments-on-steamray-studios-calosha-fines-are-predictably-inflammatory
Nov 29, 2023 - Recent comments by AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) on a Cal-OSHA case involving adult producer Steamray Studios are predictably inflammatory, said Free Speech...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/free-speech-coalition-petitions-appeals-court-for-en-banc-review-in-utah-case
Oct 30, 2024 - Free Speech Coalition has petitioned the US Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit for an en banc review of state’s Motion to Dismiss granted by the US District...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/events/x3-expo-1
Experience the ultimate fan experience as we spotlight the world's hottest creators for a tantalizing mashup of all things sexy, including scintillating...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2020/07/10/what-is-the-covid-19-infection-risk-in-your-area
Nov 29, 2023 - Rising COVID-19 rates in production hubs including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and South Florida have resulted in a roll-back of reopening plans in those areas. As...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2014/02/20/fscs-douglas-duke-attend-the-dirty-sexy-policy-conference
Nov 29, 2023 - Free Speech Coalition Board Chair Jeffrey Douglas and CEO Diane Duke will attend and speak at the Sexy, Dirty Policy Conference, held by the Carsey-Wolfe...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/events/bucharest-summit-2024
The Largest European Business Event for Digital, Cams, Fans, Entertainment and Affiliates. Conference, Awards, Parties! https://www.bucharestsummit.com/
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2018/08/22/in-support-of-in-conversation-with-sex-workers
Nov 29, 2023 - Last month, Erika Lust posted a series of conversations with sex workers about their lives, the work they do, and the stigma and discrimination they face. Like...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2020/04/27/fsc-covid-19-tests-not-yet-effective-for-pass
Nov 29, 2023 - FSC: COVID-19 TESTS NOT YET EFFECTIVE FOR PASS COVID-19 tests are not effective in guarding against on-set transmission of the coronavirus, and should not be...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/2010/12/07/xxx-diane-dukes-update-from-cartagena
Nov 29, 2023 - It’s 1am on Sunday Morning… Do you know where your trade association is? On Sunday, December 5, at 1am Free Speech Coalition Executive Director Diane Duke and...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2017/11/09/sesta-approved-senate-commerce-committee-still-awful-bill
Nov 29, 2023 - Read the full article by The Electronic Frontier Foundation and take action on eff.org. The Senate Commerce Committee just approved a slightly modified version...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2020/10/26/six-strategies-for-successfully-growing-your-social-media-presence
Nov 29, 2023 - One of the biggest perks of being an influencer is the freedom it offers. You’re crafting your own content, finding fans, and growing your social media on your...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2016/04/15/addressing-discrimination-censorship-at-utah-pride
Nov 29, 2023 - The Free Speech Coalition condemns the decision by Carol Gnade, Executive Director of Utah Pride, and the organization itself to exclude an adult business from...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2012/04/26/fsc-responds-to-doj-call-for-comments-on-2257
Nov 29, 2023 - Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has responded to a call by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for comments on 2257. A letter was sent to the DOJ on Tuesday in order...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2014/11/05/fsc-statement-on-ahf-protest-of-cal-osha
Nov 29, 2023 - Michael Weinstein and the controversial AIDS Healthcare Foundation have announced they will be protesting at Cal/OSHA offices in Los Angeles. While we’re not...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2016/08/10/fsc-judge-forces-prop-60-proponents-to-remove-phony-endorsements
Nov 29, 2023 - SACRAMENTO — A California Superior Court judge has ruled that AIDS Healthcare Foundation was wrong to list two groups that had not formally endorsed the...
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https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2018/08/03/how-strict-data-protection-laws-in-the-u-k-can-affect-your-business-xbiz
Nov 29, 2023 - Read the full article by Brian Gray at XBIZ.com If you’re reading this article and you’re somewhere in the European Union, your various email inboxes will...
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