Bill > HB2978

This bill amends existing law regarding school library media programs to clarify what constitutes "community standards" when acquiring materials for students. Specifically, it adds language to Section 11-201 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which governs these programs, stating that "community standards" shall not include depictions or descriptions of sexually explicit conduct, as defined elsewhere in Oklahoma law. This change aims to prevent sexually explicit materials from being considered when selecting age-appropriate resources for school libraries. The bill also specifies an effective date of November 1, 2026.