❌ HB507
Prohibit a person from receiving proceeds of prostitution
Current Status: In House Committee (Public Safety)
Summary
The bill prohibits any person from receiving proceeds from prostitution, defining 'proceeds' as money or any other thing of value earned from sexual activity for hire. Exceptions are made for prostitutes receiving money from their own engagement in such activities. Violations are classified as felonies, with increased penalties if the prostitute is under eighteen years of age.
Rationale
The bill conflicts with the Libertarian Party's principles of personal liberty and the decriminalization of prostitution, as it restricts individual rights and criminalizes consensual transactions without victims. Both the LP and LPO platforms advocate for the rights of individuals to engage in consensual sexual activities without government interference.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased criminalization of consensual adult behavior
- Potential for abuse of law enforcement powers
- Negative impact on sex workers' safety and rights