California
California Legislator Publishes Amendments to Controversial 'Sex Worker Permit' Bill
The California Legislature has just published the amendments drafted by Assemblymember Cristina Gonzalez to the controversial AB2389, known as the "Sex Worker Permit" bill.
FSC Attends California Assembly Hearing on Entertainment Industry Jobs
Several members of the adult entertainment industry, including the leadership of the Free Speech Coalition (FSC), attended today's public hearing held by the California State Assembly Select Committee on Jobs and Innovation in the San Fernando Valley.
California: Another New Bill Seeks to Clarify Employment Status of Cam Models
California State Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, author of the controversial AB5 bill which uses new standards to classify California workers as either employees or independent contractors, is working on a new bill, AB1850, which is expected to include language that would clarify the employment status of adult industry performers, such as cam models, who utilize video streaming platforms.
FSC: New California Bill Aimed at Adult Performers 'Patronizing, Ignorant'
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has released a statement in response to AB2389, a bill recently introduced in the California State Assembly that would require all adult performers in the state to undergo a criminal history check, among other measures.
Federal Judge Upholds California Labor Bill AB5
A federal judge in Los Angeles ruled today against Uber and Postmates' challenge of AB5, the controversial labor legislation designed to regulate the "gig economy." The legislation has resulted in much confusion for workers and employers that might be affected by it, including those in the adult industry.
AB5 Author Announces Changes to Controversial California Bill
Earlier today, California Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, the author of the controversial AB5 bill that forces employers to reclassify certain freelancers as employees, announced her intention to ease implementation of the bill through a number of initiatives.
CalExotics Adds New Vibes to California Dreaming Collection
CalExotics has introduced its newest additions to the California Dreaming collection, which include the Catalina Climaxer, Newport Beach Babe, Pasadena Player, Valley Vamp and Laguna Beach Lover.
The California Consumer Privacy Act Is Here. Are You Compliant?
As of Jan. 1, 2020, the California Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CCPA) is now in force.
California Consumer Privacy Act Now in Effect, Adult Businesses Seek to Comply
Enacted in 2018, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), is now in effect, creating new consumer rights relating to the access, deletion and sharing of personal information collected by businesses about the state’s consumers.
Williams Trading Launches CalExotics 'California Dreaming' Online Course
Williams Trading has added a new course from CalExotics to its online learning platform, Williams Trading University, available exclusively to existing and new accounts.
SB233 Signed Into Law by California Governor
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 233, which protects against arrest for prostitution offenses when reporting serious crimes and prohibits police from using the possession of condoms as evidence of prostitution, into law.
Sex Workers Applaud California Assembly for Passing SB233
The Erotic Service Providers Legal Education and Research Project (ESPLERP) is applauding the passage of California Senate Bill 233 out of the State Assembly.
CalExotics Expands California Dreaming Collection
CalExotics has introduced new additions to its California Dreaming collection.
ESPLER Hosts Sex Worker Rights Rally at California Democratic Party Convention
Erotic Service Provider Legal Education and Research Project (ESPLER) has announced that it will be hosting a rally outside the Democratic Convention on June 1 to advocate for sex workers’ rights.
Be A Bimbo Offers 'California Dream' Collection
Alicia Amira’s “Be A Bimbo” brand has launched a new California Dream collection that includes clothing, pendants and hairpins.
Sex Workers, Supporters Applaud Protection Bill California SB233
The Erotic Service Providers Legal, Education and Research Project (ESPLERP) is applauding California Senator Scott Wiener for proposing changes to legislation that would protect anyone reporting a serious crime (such as sexual assault, trafficking, robbery, assault, or other violent crime) from being charged with prostitution under California Penal Code 647.
CalExotics Expands California Dreaming Collection
CalExotics has introduced three all new additions to its popular California Dreaming collection.
CalExotics to Showcase 'California Dream' Line at ANME
CalExotics has announced it will showcase its California Dream line at the upcoming ANME, set to begin this weekend.
California Law Puts Clamp on Deceptive Auto-Rebills
A new California law that went into effect on Sunday makes it unlawful for businesses to make automatic renewal offers that are deceptive.
Review Site Can't Be Ordered to Remove Posts, California Justices Rule
The California Supreme Court yesterday reversed an appellate court ruling that upheld an order that required Yelp to remove a negative review of a business.