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Coronavirus Outbreak: FSC Issues Open Letter to Adult Industry
Following a call from the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) Sunday night for a voluntary production moratorium in response to the coronavirus outbreak, Michelle L. LeBlanc, executive director of the trade group, has issued an open letter to the adult industry outlining the FSC's plans to assist those in need.
FSC Calls for 'Voluntary Shutdown' of Adult Production Until End of March Due to COVID-19
Adult industry trade group the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has updated their coronavirus advisory tonight, calling for "a voluntary shutdown of all adult entertainment productions in the United States and Canada through Tuesday, March 31."
FSC Updates COVID-19 Advisory for Adult Industry Production
The industry trade group Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has updated their COVID-19 (also known as coronavirus) advisory statement for adult industry production.
FSC Issues Statement on Utah Adult Warning Label Bill
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has released a statement regarding Utah HB243, which would require all adult content in the state to include a warning label. The bill has now passed both the Utah House and Senate.
FSC Issues Coronavirus Advisory
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has issued an advisory detailing the steps both talent and producers can take to prevent the potential spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
FSC Meets With Author of Contentious AB2389 Bill
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) met with California Assemblymember Cristina Garcia this week about "the future of AB2389" and its "potentially harmful impact" on adult performers.
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.
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.
FSC Requests Adult Industry Representation on Cal/OSHA Advisory Committee
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has formally requested through an official statement that a newly created Cal/OSHA advisory committee on the adult industry have adequate representation from industry stakeholders — including performers, performer advocates, producers and PASS doctors.
FSC Releases Policy Statement Regarding Proposed Utah Censorship Bill
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has released a policy statement regarding Utah's proposed censorship legislation mandating labeling of "pornographic" material.
XBIZ 2020: Day 3 Enlightens With Legal, Business Wisdom
After a raucous Winter Wonderland party the previous evening, XBIZ 2020 attendees bustled about and guzzled steaming coffee at the Sunset Lounge of the posh West Hollywood Andaz to perk up for an illuminating Day 3. And for the first panel that bright morning, a veritable who's who of legal eagles flocked to the spacious Studio 4 to present "The Legal Landscape: A 2020 Preview."
FSC Leadership Conference to Focus on 2020's Hot-Button Legal Issues
The potentially sweeping effects of California’s new AB5 contractor law and the California Consumer Protection Act (CCPA) on adult businesses and workers will be a prime focus for the Free Speech Coalition this Thursday at the 2020 XBIZ Show in West Hollywood.
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.
Lance Hart Wins FSC Board Run-Off Election
Lance Hart has won the run-off campaign for the seventh seat on the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) 2020-21 Board of Directors.
FSC to Host Annual Leadership Conference at XBIZ 2020
The Free Speech Coalition will host an exclusive leadership conference coinciding with the 2020 XBIZ Show in Los Angeles, where it will bring in speakers from outside of the industry to provide fresh insights on issues affecting those within it.
FSC Releases AB5 Guide, Independent Contractor Tests
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has released two instructional guides for helping adult performers navigate the new AB5 law.
FSC Issues 'Gonorrhea Advisory' to Industry Talent
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) issued an industry-wide "gonorrhea advisory" to industry talent this morning.
FSC Reveals Election Results, Runoff for 1 Seat
The recent election campaign for the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) 2020-21 Board of Directors has produced a runoff for one of its seven open seats.
Voting for FSC Board of Directors Closes Sunday Night
Voting closes Sunday night at 11:59 p.m. (PST) for seven open seats on the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) 2020-21 Board of Directors.
FSC Performer Advocate Lotus Lain Offers PASS Explainer
The Free Speech Coalition's Industry Relations Advocate, Lotus Lain, has released a helpful tutorial explaining how to log into the PASS (Performer Availability Screening Services) to check on their testing status.