New Hampshire SB434 mandates local school boards to adopt policies for addressing parental complaints about materials deemed harmful to minors.

New Hampshire SB434, known as the "Right To Challenge Act," requires local school boards to establish procedures for handling complaints from parents or guardians about materials they believe are harmful to minors. These procedures must be in place by November 1, 2027. The act defines "material" broadly to include books, videos, and other content provided by the school. The superintendent or their designee must investigate complaints and make a determination within 25 school days, which can be appealed to the school board. Decisions and related communications are public records.

New Hampshire SB434 mandates local school boards to adopt policies for addressing parental complaints about materials deemed harmful to minors.

New Hampshire SB434, known as the "Right To Challenge Act," requires local school boards to establish procedures for handling complaints from parents or guardians about materials they believe are harmful to minors. These procedures must be in place by November 1, 2027. The act defines "material" broadly to include books, videos, and other content provided by the school. The superintendent or their designee must investigate complaints and make a determination within 25 school days, which can be appealed to the school board. Decisions and related communications are public records.