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flag Minnesota lawmaker Leigh Finke opposes age-verification bill for porn, citing LGBTQ youth's need for sexual education.

flag Minnesota Rep. Leigh Finke sparked national debate during a February 2026 hearing on a bill requiring age verification for online pornography, arguing that such content can serve as a vital source of sexual education for LGBTQ youth when schools and families offer little inclusive guidance. flag The bill, which would allow the state attorney general and parents to sue non-compliant websites, aims to restrict minors’ access to adult material, mirroring traditional age checks in retail. flag While supporters say it protects children and aligns with existing laws, critics warn it could lead to privacy risks and data breaches. flag Finke, a transgender woman, emphasized that many LGBTQ youth lack access to accurate information and that the law could harm vulnerable populations. flag The bill remains under review in the Minnesota House.

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