Republicans in Texas Unanimously Pass Shocking Censorship Bill Targeting Manga
A controversial bill has been passed by Republicans in Texas that could make owning or viewing certain manga series a criminal offense.
Senate Bill 20, sponsored by GOP senator Pete Flores, aims to criminalize the possession or promotion of material depicting a child under 18 years old, regardless of whether the depiction is of a real child, cartoon, animation, or digitally created image.
The bill proposes harsh penalties, with first-time offenders facing a minimum of five years in prison for owning or viewing such material.
This legislation has sparked concerns among manga fans as it could lead to the banning of popular series like Goblin Slayer and Fruits Basket in Texas.
While children’s manga like Pokémon and Sailor Moon may be exempt, other titles could face scrutiny under the broad interpretation of the law.
The push against anime in Texas is part of a wider culture war, with conservative groups like Moms For Liberty targeting “degenerate” anime and influential figures criticizing the medium as satanic.
Despite the controversial nature of the bill, there is hope that it may be challenged in the Supreme Court. Nichegamer will continue to provide updates on this developing story.
