Tallahassee, Fla., Feb 12, 2018 / 16:55 pm
A proposed resolution in Florida would declare pornography a public health risk, allowing for greater education and research into the hazards of porn, especially among developing children and teens.
"It's trying to raise agreement and awareness as to [pornography's] risks," said Michael Sheedy, executive director of the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops.
"I don't think the risks are limited to children alone, but there is a focus in the resolution on it," he told CNA.
Sponsored by Republican Rep. Ross Spano, the resolution passed 18-1 on Jan. 18 in the House Health and Human Services Committee. On Tuesday, Feb. 13, it will be considered in the House Commerce Committee before it is sent to the full House of Representatives sometime before March 9.