A proposed bill in North Dakota, Senate Bill 2307, aims to require libraries to hide “offensively sexual” material from minors. While supporters of the bill claim there would be no cost to the state, local authorities responsible for implementing the rule say there would be significant costs at the local level. The bill builds upon a previous law banning sexually explicit materials from the children’s section of libraries, and extending these rules to school libraries. However, concerns have been raised about the cost implications of relocating materials and the lack of consultation with relevant stakeholders. Critics argue that the bill fails to address implementation and enforcement costs at the local level, including potential legal and ethical issues. The bill would allow anyone to request a review of offensive material and potentially involve state attorneys in the decision-making process. Despite debates and concerns, the House Appropriations Committee did not take any action on the bill during a recent meeting.
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