Posted: September 23, 2026
Monitoring proposed laws that could restrict nudism or nude recreation.
Opposing ordinances that threaten clothing-optional beaches, such as proposed restrictions affecting Little Beach on Maui.
Educating legislators about the difference between lawful social nudity and sexual conduct.
Helping clubs and resorts address zoning, licensing and regulatory challenges.
Supporting members who encounter legal problems related to lawful nudity.
Advising communities interested in establishing family-friendly nudist clubs or resorts.
Coordinating regional Government Affairs Teams across the United States and Canada.
Working with attorneys, lobbyists and allied organizations to protect nudist rights.
Identifying and responding to hundreds of potentially harmful legislative bills.
Below are a few of our many successes
1. AANR recognition in Florida law
In 2024, Florida passed HB 197, which established new clothing requirements for employees of massage establishments. AANR advocated for an exception protecting legitimate clothing-optional resorts.
The final law specifically exempts certain employees at clothing-optional lodging establishments “chartered with the American Association for Nude Recreation.” This prevented an anti-trafficking measure from unintentionally disrupting lawful operations at AANR-chartered resorts. The bill passed both chambers unanimously and became law on May 6, 2024.
2. Opposition to overly broad Wisconsin nudity bills
Following controversy surrounding Madison’s World Naked Bike Ride, Wisconsin legislators proposed measures that would have criminalized public nudity more broadly and imposed penalties involving minors at nude events. AANR and AANR-Midwest monitored the legislation, organized responses, and communicated its consequences to members.
The proposals threatened conduct extending beyond the incident that prompted them. AANR’s advocacy helped place legitimate, nonsexual nudism into the policy discussion rather than allowing all nudity to be treated as sexual or criminal conduct. The bills did not become law during that legislative session.
3. Protecting clubs from unintended legislation
AANR’s Government Affairs Team monitors bills written to address matters such as trafficking, indecent exposure, zoning, licensing, and adult entertainment. These proposals can unintentionally classify legitimate nudist clubs with sexually oriented businesses.
AANR provides lawmakers with distinctions between:
Simple nudity and sexual behavior
Legitimate recreation and adult entertainment
AANR-chartered clubs and unregulated businesses
Appropriate nude settings and unlawful public conduct
4. Defending established nude-recreation locations
AANR, its regions and local partner organizations have supported efforts to preserve access to legally recognized nude beaches and appropriate public lands. This includes advocacy, public education, and relationships with government officials concerning locations such as Haulover Beach and other established clothing-optional areas.
5. Giving nudists a voice before policymakers
AANR participates in the National Conference of State Legislatures and maintains a Government Affairs Team that monitors legislation across the United States and Canada. Its presence gives lawmakers access to credible information before voting on measures affecting nudists, homeowners, clubs, beaches, and resorts.