Steven Tyler is headed to Hawaii to testify on an anti-paparazzi bill that bears his name. The Aerosmith frontman has submitted a written testimony supporting the Steven Tyler Act that will limit people's freedom to take pictures and videos of celebrities. The hearing will take place Friday. It will be the first time lawmakers have discussed the bill publicly.

The proposed legislation of the Steven Tyler Act aims to impose stricter penalties on paparazzi that harass celebrities on the island. Stars would be able to seek damages from photographers who intrude on their privacy. The bill expands on privacy invasion, encompassing physical trespassing and also the use of zoom lenses and sound equipment to get photos and videos of celebrities who might be vacationing on the island.

Stars like Britney Spears, Avril Lavigne, Ozzy Osbourne and Tommy Lee have all submitted written statements of support for the Steven Tyler Act. Tyler has a house in Hawaii and finds it dangerous when the paparazzi intrude on people's privacy.

"As a person in the public eye, I know the paparazzi are there and we have to accept that. But when they intrude into our private space, disregard our safety and the safety of others, that crosses a serious line that shouldn't be ignored," Tyler said in a written statement.

Celebrities have said the paparazzi have made simple activities such as sunbathing and playing on the beach nearly impossible. They believe the bill can give people a peace of mind and encourage others to vacation there.

Hawaii Gov. Neil Abercrombie said he is in full support of the bill, but the language of it might need to be refined a bit. It has also gained support from Sen. Kalani English who believes it could spur celebrity tourism to the island and boost Hawaii's economy.

There are those that oppose the bill, believing it may be unconstitutional. Attorney Laurie Temple says the bill would punish freedoms of expression protected by the first amendment. The Motion Picture Association of America says the bill could make it harder to police movie piracy because there is currently no exemption for law enforcement to not take photos or videos and could open the door to civil lawsuits.

Steven Tyler wants the bill to be a remedy to the situation and help ensure the safety of the general public.