Iowa Senate Passes Age Verification Bill for Porn Sites

The Iowa Senate approved a new age verification law for online pornography websites. The bill passed with a unanimous 46-0 vote.

thewaronporn.comThe updated measure, known as House File 864, requires porn sites to check users’ ages before letting them view content labeled as “harmful to minors.” Lawmakers revised the bill after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a similar Texas law. The changes aim to make it stronger against court challenges.

thewaronporn.comThe bill first passed the House in 2025 but needed updates, so it returned this year. After Senate approval, it goes back to the House for final review. It is expected to pass easily and be signed by Governor Kim Reynolds.

thewaronporn.comIf the law takes effect, the Iowa Attorney General’s Office will enforce it. Sites that break the rules could face fines up to $10,000 per violation, or up to $100,000 for ignoring a court order.

thewaronporn.comThe law lets companies use third-party age verification services, but those services must protect user data. Iowa would join other states requiring age checks for adult websites.