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FSC Addresses Possible Syphilis Case

Free Speech Coalition's Adult Performer Health and Safety Services (APHSS) issued a statement late Monday addressing rumors of a new syphilis positive performer in the adult industry.

Porn Star Bowling Fundraiser Adds More Sponsors, Talent

The Porn Star Bowling Fundraiser scheduled for July 28 is nearly two-thirds sold out, while additional sponsors and stars have committed to the event.

FSC Bowling Fundraiser Adds Models, Top Companies

The Free Speech Coalition announced today that the Porn Star Bowling fundraiser to be held July 28, at Corbin Bowl in Tarzana, Cailf., has added a number of models to the guest list, as well as some of the adult industry’s top companies as sponsors for the night’s festivities.

2257 Trial: Digital Audio Recordings Released

XBIZ is pleased to make available audio recordings of the recent trial over federal record-keeping act 18 U.S.C. §§ 2257 and 2257A.

FBI Agents Describe Inspections at 2257 Trial

Two of the FBI agents who conducted inspections for the FBI’s 2257 unit in 2007, Charles Joyner and Stephen Lawrence, both testified on behalf of the Department of Justice during the sixth day of the Free Speech Coalition vs. Holder trial.

Nina Hartley, Others Testify on Day 3 of FSC vs. Holder

Veteran adult film star Nina Hartley was among the witnesses who testified on behalf of the Free Speech Coalition and 16 other plaintiffs in the third day of the trial for Free Speech Coalition vs. Eric Holder.

AB 332 Shelved in Appropriations Committee

The California Assembly Appropriations Committee shelved Assembly Bill 332 for the year, leaving the bill on the suspense file.

AB 332's Next Hearing Slated for Friday

Assembly Bill 332 will be heard for a third time before the Assembly Appropriations Committee this Friday at the state Capitol.

Camarillo Extends Moratorium on Porn Shoots

The Camarillo City Council voted on Wednesday to extend the moratorium on the production of pornographic films in its city limits to mid-March of next year.

AB 332 Opponents, Supporters Debate Costs

Opponents and proponents of Assembly Bill AB 332 have released very different estimates of what AB 332 will cost the state of California, both in its legislative process and potential enforcement.

Appropriations Committee to Hear AB 332 on May 24

Assembly Bill 332 wasn’t heard in the Assembly Appropriations Committee on Wednesday but will be voted on by the legislative panel on May 24

FSC Panel Discussion Saturday in Las Vegas

The Free Speech Coalition and Liberty and Prosperity Now present a luncheon and panel discussion on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

AB 332 Approved by Committee, Moves Forward

The state Legislature's Labor and Employment committee approved Assembly Bill 332 this afternoon at a hearing at the state Capitol.

AB 332 Is Amended to Revise Proposed Effective Date

Assembly Bill 332 has been amended to move forward its proposed effective date by six months to Jan. 1, 2015.

Vivid, Top Studios Join HotMovies.com to Fight Measure B

Vivid Entertainment reported today that it has been joined by more than 80 percent of the top adult film studios in pledging their earnings on April 15 to help overturn Measure B, the Los Angeles County law that requires condom use in filming sexually explicit movies.

FSC Launches 2257DONATE.com

Free Speech Coalition has launched a fundraising website, 2257Donate.com, to raise money for the continuing legal effort against 18 U.S.C. § 2257, the federal regulations governing record-keeping for adult producers.

Adult Entertainment Experts Set for AEVC ‘State of the Industry’ Session

A stellar array of speakers will bring an A-list level of experience to the “State of the Industry” session at the 2013 Adult Entertainment Virtual Convention and Awards.

XBIZ Awards 2013 Fundraiser Raises More Than $80K for FSC, ASACP

XBIZ is pleased to announce that a special fundraising segment of the 2013 XBIZ Awards on Jan. 11 raised more than $80,000 that will be split equally between the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) and Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection (ASACP).

Vivid Selects Legal Dream Team to Fight Measure B Enforcement

Vivid Entertainment has tapped some of the most experienced and ingenious attorneys to fight the enforcement of Measure B at federal court, industry officials say.

FSC Announces New Members to Board of Directors

The Free Speech Coalition has announced new members to its Board of Directors.