Utah Considers Bill Mandating Anti-Porn Filters on Mobile Devices
17 Mar 2021
The state of Utah is considering a bill that would require all mobile devices sold in the state to include filters to block pornography.
Engadget reports that the state of Utah is considering a bill that would require all devices sold in the state to block pornography. The State Legislature recently passed the proposal and the decision to sign the bill into law now lies with Gov. Spencer Cox (R) who has until March 25 to decide.
Measure HB72 states that every tablet and smartphone sold in the state after January 1, 2022 should have a preinstalled content filter that is capable of “blocking material that is harmful to minors.” The filters could be disabled by adults for specific content, however, the restriction cannot go into effect until five other states pass similar measures.