School districts must adopt policies by January 1, 2024 that set up a process for reviewing instructional materials (textbooks and other learning resources) before schools purchase or use them, including materials received through grants. These policies must allow parents to provide input on what materials are selected for school classrooms and libraries. The bill defines "harmful to minors" material as content involving nudity or sexual material that appeals to prurient interests, is offensive by community standards, and lacks serious educational or artistic value.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Education Deferred to the 41st legislative day Passed, YEAS 5, NAYS 2.
Education Scheduled for hearing
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Education S.J. 161
Jessica Castleberry
Prime sponsor · Sen.
R
Sue Peterson
Prime sponsor · Rep.
R
Cosponsors
Education — Deferred to the 41st legislative day