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ID S1289

ID S1289
Adds to existing law to establish standards for library materials and to establish procedures for the review and removal of materials, procedures for appeals, and penalties for violations.


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Introduced
02/07/2024
In Committee
02/12/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RELATING TO CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AND LIBRARY PROTECTION; AMENDING CHAPTER 15, TITLE 18, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 18-1517B, IDAHO CODE, TO DEFINE TERMS, TO REQUIRE EVERY LIBRARY TO ESTABLISH A LIBRARY MATERIALS REVIEW COMMITTEE AND A POLICY FOR PROCESSING REQUESTS FOR THE RELOCATION OF CERTAIN LIBRARY MATERIALS, TO PROVIDE AN APPEAL PROCE- DURE, TO PROVIDE FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF, TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN MATERIALS FROM

AI Summary

This bill adds a new section to Idaho law to establish standards and procedures for the review and removal of library materials that may be harmful to minors. It requires every library in the state to create a review committee and policy for processing requests to relocate such materials, including providing notice, holding public hearings, and issuing written decisions. The bill also allows affected persons to appeal decisions and seek judicial review, and provides for civil liability and injunctive relief if libraries fail to comply with the requirements. The bill aims to protect children from accessing materials deemed harmful and gives parents and guardians legal recourse if libraries do not properly restrict access.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

Last Action

Filed in Office of the Secretary of Senate (on 02/22/2024)

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