Texas HB4010 mandates school districts to remove library materials that do not meet adopted standards, with civil penalties for non-compliance.

Texas HB4010 amends the Education Code to require school districts to remove library materials that do not adhere to adopted standards within 30 days of notification. The superintendent of a school district that fails to remove such materials is liable for a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation. The attorney general can investigate and bring action to recover the penalty. The bill applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year and takes effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote, otherwise on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4010 mandates school districts to remove library materials that do not meet adopted standards, with civil penalties for non-compliance.

Texas HB4010 amends the Education Code to require school districts to remove library materials that do not adhere to adopted standards within 30 days of notification. The superintendent of a school district that fails to remove such materials is liable for a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation. The attorney general can investigate and bring action to recover the penalty. The bill applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year and takes effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote, otherwise on September 1, 2025.