Providence, R.I., Mar 7, 2018 / 10:59 am
A bill introduced in Rhode Island last week would block online pornography unless viewers confirm that they are at least 18 years of age and pay a $20 fee.
The bill was introduced by Sen. Frank Ciccone, D-Providence, and Sen. Hanna Gallo, D-Cranston, on March 1. It has been referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee.
The legislation would require internet providers to add virtual restrictions to "sexual content and patently offensive material." The block could be deactivated by verifying that the user is at least 18 years old and paying a one-time $20 fee.
The money raised from the deactivation fees would be given quarterly to the state's Council on Human Trafficking.