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CA AB2064

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/14/2022

Primary Sponsor

Jacqui Irwin

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Origin

State Assembly

2021-2022 Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Media Literacy Through Critical Thinking Program in the California State Library, administered by the State Librarian, contingent on appropriation or receipt of private funds.

  • Program supports media literacy for individuals through critical thinking and source evaluation strategies applicable to multiple languages, and develops literacy skills to help navigate public health and representation issues.

  • Requires the State Librarian to develop a list of recommended books, articles, digital multimedia resources, and other materials for purposes of the program to be made available to county and municipal libraries across the state.

  • Creates the Media Literacy Through Critical Thinking Program Fund in the State Treasury to receive and deposit state or private funds for program purposes.

Legislative Description

State Library: media literacy.

Last Action

In committee: Held under submission.

5/19/2022

Committee Referrals

Appropriations4/21/2022
Education3/3/2022

Full Bill Text

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