H3850

Responsible Library Funding and Child Protection Act

Introduced·1/30/25
Introduced Text

South Carolina H3850 mandates county libraries to certify they do not offer books appealing to children's prurient interests in youth sections.

South Carolina H3850, the "Responsible Library Funding and Child Protection Act," requires county libraries to certify to the State Library that they do not offer books or materials appealing to the prurient interest of children under seventeen in children, youth, or teen sections. These materials must only be available with explicit parental consent. Libraries must recertify this information quarterly to receive state funds. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Education and Public Works Committee
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History

Feb 6, 2025

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Bowers

Jan 30, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 30, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works