Senator Tilton outlines age‑of‑consent, AI‑generated CSAM and elder‑fraud kiosk bills

Apr 16, 2026

Senator Tilton described several judiciary items: HB 101 (raise age of consent to 18), possible consolidation into a larger crime bill, SB 247/HB 47 to cover AI‑generated child sexual abuse material, HB 239 (criminal negligence/failure to assist), and SB 249, a cryptocurrency kiosk bill to curb scams targeting seniors.

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Senator Tilton told the Senate minority press conference that several judiciary measures are active and, in some cases, stalled in committee. "HB 101, which is the age of consent bill, which would raise the age of consent to 18," she said, and expressed concern that it has been in the House Judiciary committee without movement despite three hearings.

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