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IA HF2040
IA HF2040A bill for an act relating to obscenity exemptions for public libraries and educational institutions.
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Introduced
01/16/2024
01/16/2024
In Committee
01/16/2024
01/16/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/16/2024
04/16/2024
Introduced Session
90th General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill repeals Code section 728.7, which relates to obscenity exemptions for public libraries and educational institutions. Code section 728.7 currently provides that nothing in Code chapter 728 (obscenity) prohibits the use of appropriate material for educational purposes in any accredited school, any public library, or in any educational program in which a minor is participating. Code section 728.7 further provides that Code chapter 728 does not prohibit the attendance of minors at an exhibition or display of art works or the use of any materials in any public library. Code section 728.1 defines “obscene material”, which includes material the average person, taking the material as a whole and applying contemporary community standards with respect to what is suitable material for minors, would find appeals to the prurient interest and is patently offensive; and the material, taken as a whole, lacks serious literary, scientific, political, or artistic value.
AI Summary
This bill repeals Section 728.7 of the Iowa Code, which currently provides an exemption from the state's obscenity laws for public libraries and educational institutions. The existing law allows the use of appropriate material for educational purposes and the attendance of minors at exhibitions or displays of art works, even if the material would otherwise be considered obscene under the definition provided in Section 728.1 of the Iowa Code.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Education. H.J. 90. (on 01/16/2024)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Obscenity and Pornography
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=90&ba=HF2040 | 01/16/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/90/attachments/HF2040.html | 01/16/2024 |
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