A bill for an act relating to obscene material available on devices and imposing civil liability on certain entities who publish or distribute obscene material on the internet.(See HF 864.)

This bill aims to address the issue of obscene material that can be accessed on devices. It would hold certain companies legally responsible if they publish or distribute obscene content online. Essentially, it seeks to create accountability for entities that share such material on the internet.

Supporters of this bill argue that it is a necessary step to protect individuals, particularly minors, from harmful and obscene content online. They believe that imposing civil liability on publishers will encourage better oversight and responsibility in the digital space.

Critics of the bill contend that it could lead to excessive censorship and infringe on free speech rights. They worry that the vague definition of 'obscene material' could result in unfair penalties for legitimate content providers and stifle open discourse on the internet.