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NJ S3907

Prohibits public libraries and public schools from banning or restricting access to certain books; permits withholding of State Aid for non-compliance.


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Introduced
06/01/2023
In Committee
06/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibits public libraries and public schools from banning or restricting access to certain books; permits withholding of State Aid for non-compliance.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits public libraries and public schools in New Jersey from banning or restricting access to certain books, and permits the withholding of State Aid for non-compliance. The bill requires public libraries and schools to adopt the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights or a policy prohibiting the practice of banning or restricting access to books due to partisan or doctrinal disapproval. The Commissioner of Education is also authorized to withhold State aid from any school district that fails to comply with these provisions.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 06/01/2023)

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