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SB212 • 2025

Establishes a ratings system for library materials available to young individuals based on appropriateness for different age groups.

Establishes a ratings system for library materials available to young individuals based on appropriateness for different age groups.

Education
Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Senator Smith DB
Last action
2025-06-27
Official status
In Senate Committee
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Bill History

  1. 2025-06-27 Senate

    In committee upon adjournment.

  2. 2025-01-17 Senate

    Referred to Education.

  3. 2025-01-13 Senate

    Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

Official Summary Text

Digest: The Act would set up a ratings system for library materials based on the age of young library patrons and restrict access as guided by the ratings. The Act would require the State Librarian to keep a public list of the ratings. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.6).
Establishes a ratings system for library materials available to young individuals based on appropriateness for different age groups. Requires public and school libraries to make library materials available only in accordance with the ratings. Directs the State Librarian to develop and maintain a public central list of the ratings.
Relating to: Relating to the rating of library materials.
Current location: In Senate Committee