Florida Bill Banning Young Adults from Working in Adult Entertainment Venues
Florida lawmakers passed a bill banning 18- to 20-year-olds from working in adult entertainment venues under the guise of combating human trafficking, potentially increasing exploitation and abuse. The measure, if signed by the governor, would make it a crime to employ young adults in these businesses.
Key Points
- Bill bans 18- to 20-year-olds from working in adult entertainment venues
- Employing young adults in such establishments would be a felony
- Authorities gain more power to police strip clubs
Pros
- Claimed aim to combat human trafficking
Cons
- May increase exploitation and abuse
- Infringes on freedom of young adults