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FSC: 'What You Know About Moratorium Is Wrong'
While we don't yet know if the performer acquired the virus in his or her personal life, or while working in adult film, we’ve called a moratorium and immediately halted all production.
FSC: 'All First-Generation Contacts' Notified, Tested
The Free Speech Coalition on Saturday said the "first generation" of performers have now all been notified in the wake of a new HIV case that prompted an industry-wide moratorium on shooting that started Friday.
Updated: Adult Industry Calls for Production Moratorium
The Free Speech Coalition called for a production moratorium today after one of the testing facilities in its PASS testing system reported a positive HIV test for an adult performer.
FSC: Rumor of Antibiotic Strain of Gonorrhea Untrue
The Free Speech Coalition has issued a statement on rumors of an antibiotic strain of gonorrhea.
FSC Board of Directors Election Candidates Announced
The Free Speech Coalition announced candidates nominated to run in the 2014 Board of Directors election. Five seats are available.
White House Petition Seeks 'Opt-in' for Online Porn
A petition on WhiteHouse.gov asking the Obama administration to create an "opt-in" feature for online sexually explicit content is gaining a slight amount of traction.
Number of L.A. County Adult Film Permits Plummet in 2013
The Free Speech Coalition says that, according to information from film permitting agency FilmLA, only 24 permits for adult film productions in Los Angeles County have been filed in 2013.
FSC Board of Directors Nominations Opens Nov. 1
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) announced today that its call for nominations for the 2014 Board of Directors opens on Nov. 1
FSC Summit and Awards Dates Announced
The Free Speech Coalition has announced show dates for the 2014 FSC Summit and Awards, which will be held at the W Hollywood Hotel in January in conjunction with the XBIZ 360° events series.
AHF Employees Protest Working Conditions, FSC Says
The Free Speech Coalition issued a statement in response to a protest rally being held in Hollywood today by physicians with AIDS Healthcare Foundation who say the organization's focus has shifted from providing top-notch care for patients to spending money on campaigns and advocacy.
FSC Responds to Allegations Made at AHF Press Conference
The Free Speech Coalition, in response to statements made at a press conference held by AIDS Healthcare Foundation this morning, issued a statement.
4th HIV-Positive Performer Speaks at AHF Press Event
Cameron Bay, Rod Daily, Patrick Stone and another adult performer recently diagnosed as HIV-positive — identified only as John Doe — spoke about their personal experiences at an AIDS Health Foundation press conference that was held this morning.
FSC to Lift Production Moratorium Friday, Announces 14-Day Testing Window
The Free Speech Coalition’s Performer Availability Screening Services (PASS) program, formerly APHSS, on Monday announced that the moratorium on porn production will be lifted this Friday.
Nina Hartley Discusses Myths, Rumors Over HIV in Porn
Longtime performer and industry advocate Nina Hartley has posted a statement discussing myths and rumors about HIV in porn after the latest STI scare to affect the adult entertainment business.
Calif. Porn-Condom Bill Dead for Session
AB 640, the bill that would require adult film performers to use condoms in adult film productions shot anywhere in California, wasn’t heard or voted on Thursday evening in the Senate, effectively ending the threat of a statewide porn-condom law for now.
FSC/PASS Releases Update on Porn Moratorium
The Free Speech Coalition on Wednesday released an update on the current moratorium on shooting porn productions.
PASS Issues Statement on HIV, Moratorium
PASS, formally known as Performer Availability Screening Services, issued the following statement today on its website regarding a third and possible fourth alleged HIV infection within the adult entertainment industry.
Dave Pounder's 'Risky Business' Screens in Hollywood This Month
Dave Pounder plans on screening his adult entertainment industry documentary, "Risky Business: A Look Inside America's Adult Film Industry," later this month at the Arpa International Film Festival in Hollywood, Calif.
4th Porn Star Tests HIV-Positive
Another adult entertainment film star has revealed he has tested positive for HIV, XBIZ has confirmed.