HB2978

Schools; library media program; community standards; sexually explicit conduct; effective date.

Failed·4/21/26

Oklahoma HB2978 amends the library media program to prohibit obscene materials in school libraries.

Oklahoma HB2978 modifies the library media program to ensure it reflects community standards and prohibits the inclusion of obscene materials in school libraries. The bill defines obscene materials according to Section 1024.1 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes. It aims to ensure that school libraries acquire age-appropriate print materials, nonprint materials, multimedia resources, equipment, and supplies. The changes will take effect on a date specified in the bill.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

4 Yea

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5 Nay

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Calendar

Apr 21

10:00 AM

Senate Education 2ND REVISED Hearing

Feb 25

9:00 AM

House Education Oversight Hearing

History

Apr 21

Senate

Failed in Committee - Education

Apr 20

Senate

Coauthored by Senator Alvord

Apr 15

Senate

Coauthored by Senator Hamilton