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Title: BANNING THE BOOK BANS: State governments fight a rising tide of censorship.
Authors: Gantz, Jeremy
Source: American Libraries. Jun2025, Vol. 56 Issue 6, p28-34. 7p.
Subject Terms: *Censorship, *Academic libraries, *Public libraries, *Librarians, *Legal liability, *Books, *Intellectual freedom, Library laws, State governments -- Law & legislation
Geographic Terms: United States
Abstract: The article discusses the Freedom to Read Act signed by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy in December 2024 which prevents schools and libraries from removing books based on viewpoint discrimination, requires policies for challenging library materials, and protects librarians from lawsuits and criminal charges. Topics include other states that have passed such legislation since 2023, one notable aspect of the law, and provision of the law for school boards starting with the 2025-2026 school year.
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  Data: The article discusses the Freedom to Read Act signed by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy in December 2024 which prevents schools and libraries from removing books based on viewpoint discrimination, requires policies for challenging library materials, and protects librarians from lawsuits and criminal charges. Topics include other states that have passed such legislation since 2023, one notable aspect of the law, and provision of the law for school boards starting with the 2025-2026 school year.
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