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L.A. Judge Rejects Mandatory Condoms on Porn Sets

A Los Angeles Superior Court judge on Tuesday rejected the AIDS Healthcare Foundation’s request calling for mandatory use of condoms on porn sets.

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FSC's New Challenge to 2257

On Oct. 7, the Free Speech Coalition launched a lawsuit against the federal government challenging the constitutionality of 18 U.S.C. § 2257. If you are not an FSC member, don’t miss your opportunity to be included under the umbrella of this critical litigation.

Diane Duke ·

Free Speech Coalition Drafts Performer-Safety Plan

Calling it a "preemptive move," the Free Speech Coalition has created a best-practices plan for the control of bloodborne pathogens on the porn set.

The Screaming O Launches FSC Awareness Campaign

The Screaming O, the recent winner of the 2009 Free Speech Coalition Novelty Company Of the Year Award, has launched an awareness campaign to benefit the organization.

FSC Lobbies Against Potential Mandatory Condom Legislation

Key members of the adult industry converged on California’s state capitol to lobby against possible mandatory condom legislation and to speak to legislators about workplace safety for the adult industry.

AHF Again Pushing for Legislation That Would Regulate Porn Shoots

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation, in a bid to push for California legislation to make adult productions condoms-only, has scheduled a press conference for noon today.

U.S. Gets 30 More Days to Respond to FSC’s 2257 Suit

Justice Department attorneys will have an additional 30 days to respond to the Free Speech Coalition in its suit to enjoin enforcement of 2257 record-keeping regulations.

AEBN Becomes FSC Silver Premium Sponsor

Adult video-on-demand provider AEBN has signed on as a Silver Premium Sponsor of the Free Speech Coalition.

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FSC: Southern Hospitality

In August, I took the opportunity to make my way out to the East Coast a few days before Internext for a lobbying trip to Washington, D.C. and to meet with some of our members in North Carolina. It was the first opportunity I had since I began working with the FSC to take a tour of Adam & Eve. I have to admit, the experience made quite an impression on me.

Diane Duke ·

FSC Files Motion for Preliminary Injunction Over 2257

As expected, the Free Speech Coalition asked a federal judge Wednesday to grant a preliminary injunction against the U.S. government over enforcement of 18 U.S.C. § § 2257 and 2257A.

FSC Plans to File Suit Today Over 2257 Regs

The Free Speech Coalition said it plans to file a lawsuit Wednesday with 14 other plaintiffs challenging revised record-keeping rules.

FSC Suit That Sought to Block Utah Registry Is Dismissed

A federal judge has dismissed a suit waged by the Free Speech Coalition over Utah’s Child Protection Registry.

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The Swift and Quiet Death of AB 847

On June 23, California Assemblywoman Mary Salas, D-San Diego, amended an existing bill that sought to levy a 20 percent tax on adult entertainment — specifically brick-and- mortar stores, including gentlemen’s clubs. The bill went up for a vote before the Assembly Revenue and Tax committee July 6.

Diane Duke ·

2009 FSC Award Winners Announced

The Free Speech Coalition has announced the winners of its 2009 FSC Awards, which will be presented at the Bada-Bing Bailout Bash at the Skirball Cultural Center.

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The FSC: An Outside View

Recently the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has come under attack from some inside the industry as being an ineffective waste of time and money.

Mike Dickinson ·

FSC Adds New Human Resources Services Benefit

FSC members can receive a complimentary initial consultation with HR Monster to discuss human resource and business operations needs.

Free Speech Coalition Holds Fundraiser Party

"This has been a great event," FSC Executive Director Diane Duke told XBIZ. "It's been an excellent evening for the Free Speech Coalition. We're very excited about tonight."

Free Speech Alliance to Be Unveiled in Coming Months

The Free Speech Coalition in the coming months plans to roll out the Free Speech Alliance, or FSA.

FSC Benefit Slated for July 29

Hustler Hollywood has partnered with the Whisky A Go Go on the Sunset Strip for Sex, Drinks and Rock 'n' Roll Freedomfest, a fundraiser to benefit the Free Speech Coalition.

Calif.'s 20% Porn Tax Proposal Shot Down in Committee

A California bill that would have imposed a 20 percent tax on sales of adult movies and sex toys, as well as the receipts of strip clubs, has been voted down by a legislative panel.