LOS ANGELES — Free Speech Coalition has submitted an official “Statement for the Record” to Congress, detailing the ways in which Treasury regulations aimed at preventing financial crime may be unintentionally leading to debanking adult businesses and workers.

The statement follows a congressional oversight hearing of FinCEN, the Department of Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, held by the House Financial Services Committee (HFSC) on February 14. During the hearing, Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-OH) called on FinCEN officials to explain what steps they were taking to minimize the debanking of legal businesses and workers.

Beatty’s question, a rep noted, is not the first time this issue has been raised in Congress. In November, during a Senate Banking Committee hearing, Sen. Laphonza Butler (D-CA) asked officials at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency what steps it was taking to ensure that financial institutions were not “unintentionally or intentionally closing the accounts of customers who were engaged truly in lawful activities.”

FSC Executive Director Alison Boden said, “Over the past year, we’ve been meeting with legislators, regulators and Treasury officials to raise awareness of the consequences of the systematic debanking our industry faces. We’re glad to see these questions finally being asked, and look forward to working with both Congress and Treasury to fix the problem.”

FSC’s Statement for the Record catalogs the scope of debanking faced by adult businesses and workers — more than 60% of whom have lost or been denied financial services as a result of their relationship to the industry. The Statement lists out FinCEN regulatory guidance that it believes are unintentionally resulting in banks flagging adult businesses and accounts. FSC’s submission will become part of the official Congressional Record, establishing FSC as a resource and reference, and beginning a formal dialogue with Congress on the issue.

Read FSC’s Statement for the Record here. For more information, visit FreeSpeechCoalition.com.

MIAMI — Scarlett Alexis has been selected as TeamSkeet’s AllStar for March, and is spotlighted in a new scene with Jay Romero.

Titled “An Artist of All Things Naughty,” the scene kicks off with an interview, during which Alexis discusses her sexual awakening.

“I feel like I’ve been a sexual person from a young age,” she shares. “I think discovering your own bodily sensations is something that I’ve figured out very early on. Something I really like about this business is that it allows me to be sexual in a very comfortable way and I like the independence it gives me as far as the lifestyle I get to live.”

Following the interview, Alexis is joined by Romero “for a hot and playful session, adding an erotic layer to this exceptional showcase scene,” said a rep.

The scene is streaming on TeamSkeet.

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LOS ANGELES — MichaAngela Productions is sponsoring the Transgender Erotica Awards (TEAs).

“For nine years running, MichaAngela Productions has rallied behind The TEAs and is excited to again announce sponsorship for the 2024 TEAs in Hollywood,” said company owner MichaAngela. “2024 will be the BEST year yet, so hitch up with us at TEA 24, and we’ll get this show on the road.” 

Added TEAs Executive Producer Kristel Penn, “MichaAngela has been a longtime supporter of the TEAs, and we are excited to have her back. The TEAs are a community show and this is proven in the longevity of our sponsor support, such as from individuals like MichaAngela.” 

The TEAs will take place at the Avalon in Hollywood on Sunday, March 10. Follow the TEAs online and on X.com.

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LOS ANGELES — Jessy Dubai has scored two nominations at the 2024 Pornhub Awards.

The nominations are for Most Popular Trans Femme Performer and for the Fan Voted Awards, Favorite Trans Model.

“I am so happy to make the Pornhub nominations this year,” said Dubai. “I would love to win either of course, but the Fan Award would mean the most to me because it says the fans went out of their way to choose me. So please vote every day.”

Pornhub Awards winners will be announced March 28 at the Whisky A Go Go in Los Angeles; click here for a list of nominees and follow Pornhub on X.com.

Follow Jessy Dubai on X.com.

LOS ANGELES — Riley Jean has signed with ATMLA for exclusive representation.

“When adult production rebounded, post-pandemic, her go-for-it attitude led to a string of roles for studios such as Team Skeet, Nubiles, Bang Bros, Bang!, The Flourish, DP Diva and Penthouse,” said a rep. “A Fan-Voted Awards nomination in the category of ‘Unsung Darling.’”

Jean enthused about signing with the agency.

“I’m so excited to be represented by Mark at ATMLA,” she said. “I’ve heard so many wonderful things about him and his agency, and I appreciate how direct and honest he is with me. It’s so cool to be on the same roster as some of my favorite talents, and I can’t wait for what my future holds.” 

Follow Riley Jean on X.com.

LOS ANGELES — TS Virtual Lovers is sponsoring the 2024 Transgender Erotica Award (TEAs) for ‘Model of the Year’.

“TS Virtual Lovers is pleased to sponsor the TEAs, a celebration of excellence in the transgender adult film industry,” said a rep. “We are delighted to be part of this industry and are committed to fostering creativity, advancing technological innovations, and nurturing new talent to shape the future of erotica filmmaking successfully.”

The TEAs will take place at the Avalon in Hollywood on Sunday, March 10. Follow the TEAs online and on X.com.

Follow TS Virtual Lovers on X.com.

MONTREAL — Black Bull Challenge has dropped its first collection on DVD.

The title features Daphne Dare, Jessica Jones, Emily Crush, Emma Price and Bishop Delonte.

“The Black Bull Challenge is finally here,” said a rep. “Can these tight girls handle the alpha male dominance? Daphne learns the primary duty of every girl: please your king. Good girl Jessica serves her bull and proves that good girls swallow. Today is the big day for Emily; who will come out on top, Emma or her bull?”

The DVD is available in retail and wholesale markets. View the box and trailer on PulseDistribution.

For more information, visit the BlackBullChallenge.com; follow the studio on X.com.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Jessica Ryan has signed with The Lee Network for feature dancing representation.

“The elegant embodiment of the ‘millennial glamour girl,’ with bright blue eyes, a killer, all-natural figure, an obvious love of sex and a sultry dialogue delivery evoking silver screen femmes fatales, Jessica exploded onto the porn scene in 2012 and quickly found herself in high demand,” said a rep. “The agency is pleased to announce that on Wednesday night, March 21, the celebrated beauty will debut at the upscale Sapphire Times Square gentlemen’s club in New York City.”

Ryan enthused about the signing.

“Sometimes I feel like I’m inhabiting an interesting version of ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’ and living my life in reverse,” she said. “Many women dance before they do porn, do girl/girl before they do boy/girl, etc. I began my career doing boy/girl only, and now I’m getting into exotic dancing.

“I’ve taken my sweet time finding the right representation for this chapter of my eroticism, and I’ve not seen anyone do it better than The Lee Network,” she added. “To be debuting with The Lee Network at Sapphire Times Square has my little, southwest heart thrilled with joy. This chapter is going to be extra spicy, and I’m happy to have The Lee Network help facilitate it.”

For more information, visit Jessica Ryan online; follow her on X.com.

LOS ANGELES — B Swish has introduced its new Beauty Edition line of vibrators.

The Bcute Curve Infinite Classic G-spot bullet vibe features five vibration intensities and is available in Citrus Yellow and Electric Blue; the Bwild Bunny Infinite Classic features two motors, four speeds, four patterns, and is available in Sunset Pink and Pacific Blue; and the Bdesired Infinite Deluxe features five vibration modes and is available in Paradise Green and Flamingo Pink.

“These offerings come in fun, unique, clear, neon ‘makeup pouches,’ making for the perfect travel accessory, both for toys, as well as your beauty products,” said a rep. “B Swish’s beauty bag is a vibrant, electric neon vertical pouch designed for both functionality and style. With a convenient zippered top, it’s easy to access all essentials effortlessly. It’s perfect to store and travel with makeup, serums, lotions, and more securely upright, preventing spills.”

For more information, visit BSwish.