S.1633

Prohibits public libraries and public schools from banning or restricting access to certain books; permits withholding of State Aid for non-compliance.

Failed·1/29/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1633 prohibits public libraries and public schools from banning or restricting access to books based on partisan or doctrinal disapproval.

New Jersey S1633 prohibits public libraries and public schools from banning or restricting access to books based on partisan or doctrinal disapproval. The bill mandates that public libraries and school boards adopt the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights or a policy prohibiting such bans. It also allows the withholding of State Aid for non-compliance. The bill does not require libraries or schools to purchase specific books or resources.

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History

Jan 29, 2024

Senate

Withdrawn from Consideration

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee