SB507

Revise laws related to school and public library standards

Failed·5/23/25
Introduced Text

Montana SB507 revises laws related to school and public library standards, prohibiting exclusion of books based on viewpoint and requiring review.

Montana SB507 revises laws related to school and public library standards. It prohibits the exclusion of books or resources from school libraries based on the origin, background, or views of the creator. The bill mandates that school district trustees adopt a policy and procedures for objecting to school library materials, ensuring that materials remain available until the review process concludes. It also requires public libraries to adopt a policy for the selection, challenge, and reconsideration of library materials, prohibiting bans or restrictions based solely on viewpoint.

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Roll Call Votes

(S) Education and Cultural Resources--To Table

9 Yea

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5 Nay

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Calendar

Feb 27, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Education and Cultural Resources Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

Senate

(S) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Feb 27, 2025

Senate

(S) Tabled in Committee (S) Education and Cultural Resources