Pennsylvania Statutes Title 24 P.S. Education § 4603. Definitions

The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

“Acceptable-use policy.” A policy for Internet usage that meets the requirements of this act which is acceptable to and adopted by a school board or a governing body of a public library.

“Child pornography.”The term shall have the same meaning as child sexual abuse material.

“Child sexual abuse material.”As described in 18 Pa.C.S. § 6312 (relating to sexual abuse of children).

“Department.” The Department of Education of the Commonwealth.

“Harmful to minors.” As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 5903 (relating to obscene and other sexual materials and performances).

“Internet.” The international network of computer systems.

“Obscene.” As defined for purposes of “obscene materials” in 18 Pa.C.S. § 5903 (relating to obscene and other sexual materials and performances).

“Public library.” A county or local library that receives State aid pursuant to Article III of the act of June 14, 1961 (P.L. 324, No. 188),  1 known as The Library Code.

“School board.” The board of directors of a school entity.

“School entity.” A public school district, charter school, cyber charter school, intermediate unit or area vocational-technical school.  2

“Secretary.” The Secretary of Education of the Commonwealth.