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Anti-Gaming Legislation in Florida Moves Forward

Next Generation reports that another piece of anti-gaming legislation is moving forward in Floria. From the article: "Despite the failure of similar bills, Diaz de la Portilla believes SB492 provides the means to protect children. 'Left to their own devices, children often do not realize the harm they are causing themselves through the exposure to graphic sexual and violent content found in many of today's video games'" The bill has passed its first Senate hearing with a vote of 7 to 1. We've previously mentioned this legislation.

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  1. "Pssst! It means *gambling*..." by mkcmkc · · Score: 2, Informative
    • Gaming (gambling) -- legal
    • Gaming (video) -- illegal
    Ha ha!
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    "Not an actor, but he plays one on TV."