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IA SF235
Bill
Status
2/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sandy Salmon
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AI Summary
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Repeals Iowa Code Section 728.7, which currently exempts public libraries and educational institutions from obscenity laws
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Removes protection allowing accredited schools, public libraries, and educational programs to use "appropriate material for educational purposes" that might otherwise be restricted under obscenity statutes
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Eliminates exemption permitting minors to attend art exhibitions or use materials in public libraries without obscenity law restrictions
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Would subject public libraries and schools to the same obscenity regulations as other entities under Iowa Code Chapter 728
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to obscenity exemptions for public libraries and educational institutions.
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends passage.
2/25/2025