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Calif. Republican Party Votes to Oppose Condom Ballot Measure
The California Republican Party has voted to oppose a state ballot initiative that would allow private citizens to sue adult performers if a condom is not visible in an adult film.
Calif. Condom Ballot Measure Has New Adversary
Opponents of the upcoming statewide condom ballot initiative have announced the launch of a political action committee to help fight it, particularly because the measure as written would allow private citizens to “harass and sue adult workers.”
FSC Picks Siouxsie Q as Policy Director
The Free Speech Coalition said today that Siouxsie Q will be joining the adult entertainment industry trade group as its newly appointed director of policy and industry relations.
FSC's Leue: Condom Ballot Measure Is a Ploy to Harass Workers
Eric Paul Leue, the Free Speech Coalition’s executive director, in an interview with the Daily News, said that the upcoming condom ballot measure is nothing but a ploy to harass workers.
FSC Issues Statement Over Utah's Anti-Porn Resolution
The Free Speech Coalition has issued a statement on the anti-pornography resolution passed in Utah this afternoon.
FSC Condemns Utah Pride's Decision to Ban Adult Companies
Eric Paul Leue, the executive director of the Free Speech Coalition, today condemned the decision by organizers of the Utah Pride festival to ban adult companies from the June event.
FSC Calls on Attorney General to Drop Charges Against Rentboy Founder
The Free Speech Coalition issued a statement today over the Justice Department’s prosecution of Rentboy founder Jeffrey Hurant.
FSC to Form Industry-Specific Committees
The Free Speech Coalition said today that it will begin formation of several industry sector-specific committees to monitor, address and recommend action on multiple issues facing the pleasure products and adult entertainment industries, including retail zoning laws, lubricant manufacture, piracy, counterfeit products and adult film regulation.
L.A. County to Study Ways to Enforce Measure B
Now that a settlement has been signed off over Los Angeles County’s Measure B ordinance, counsel for the county are exploring ways to enforce condom use during porn shoots.
FSC Joins the National Coalition Against Censorship
The Free Speech Coalition said today that it has joined the National Coalition Against Censorship (NCAC) and will be working with the group on upcoming censorship issues, including the battle over California’s condom ballot measure waged by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation.
FSC: Settlement Renders Measure B Unenforceable
The Free Speech Coalition issued the following release after a settlement was signed off today over the Measure B condom challenge in federal court.
AHF Submits Another Proposal to Amend Section 5193
California's Occupational Safety & Health Standards Board says that it will review the AIDS Healthcare Foundation’s latest petition to amend Cal/OSHA’s current bloodborne pathogens standards for adult producers.
FSC Condemns City of Dallas Over Exxxotica Ban
The Free Speech Coalition issued a statement today where the adult entertainment trade group stands in the legal controversy surrounding Dallas’ City Council’s move to 86 the porn expo from future events at the city-owned convention center.
FSC Praises Donors From 2016 XBIZ Fundraiser
The Free Speech Coalition today praised the nearly 40 companies and individuals contributing to XBIZ’s annual fundraiser to help the Free Speech Coalition and the Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection (ASACP).
FSC Says AHF Abuses Cal/OSHA Complaint Process to Harass Political Opponents
The Free Speech Coalition today lashed out at the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, condemning its use of the Cal/OSHA inspection process for its own goals. Specifically, the FSC said that the AHF selectively punishes performers and producers who oppose them politically.
FSC Updates Position on 2257 Regulations
The Free Speech Coalition this evening said that it has updated its position on 2257 regulations for the benefit of new producers and for those who need to understand why the adult entertainment trade group still needs to fight against these dangerous regulations.
New Study Places Blame on Porn for Sex Trafficking
One of the top adult entertainment attorneys is warning of a new study submitted to the Justice Department that places blame on porn for sex trafficking.
FSC's Leue: Industry Is 'Tremendously Energized' After Oakland Victory
XBIZ this week spoke with Leue in this exclusive interview to find out more about the Oakland Victory and the next big fight for the adult entertainment biz ahead in California.
Video: Watch Vote Against Condom Proposal, FSC Post-Victory Address
XBIZ TV captured the key vote by California’s Occupational Safety & Health Standards Board.
Updated: Calif. Officials Vote Against Condom Rules for Porn Productions
California’s Occupational Safety & Health Standards Board voted against new rules for the production of adult films.