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NY S09559
NY S09559Prohibits libraries and library systems, including school libraries and school library systems from banning books or other materials based on partisan or doctrinal disapproval.
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Introduced
03/25/2026
03/25/2026
In Committee
03/25/2026
03/25/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to prohibiting libraries and library systems from banning books or other materials based on partisan or doctrinal disapproval
AI Summary
This bill, by adding a new section to the education law, prohibits any library or library system, including those within schools, from removing or banning books or other materials simply because they are disapproved of based on political (partisan) or religious/philosophical (doctrinal) beliefs. This means that libraries cannot remove materials solely because someone disagrees with their political stance or religious or philosophical content. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO LIBRARIES (on 03/25/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9559 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S09559&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S09559 |
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