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S08116Introduced in the Senate

Provides that publicly funded libraries may not ban books because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval; directs school districts to adopt the ALA library bill of rights.

IntroducedSenate Libraries

Introduced by Sean Ryan, District 61

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Provides that publicly funded libraries may not ban books because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval; directs school districts to adopt the ALA library bill of rights.

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REFERRED TO LIBRARIES

May 15, 2025

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  1. REFERRED TO LIBRARIES

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