NH SB208

Requires all local school boards and public library trustees to adopt policies on library material curation and book removal procedures by July 1, 2026, with model policies developed by the Department of Education and Department of Natural and Cultural Resources respectively.

Defines "censorship" as blocking, suppressing, or removing material based on disagreement with viewpoints or because content is offensive, while explicitly allowing restrictions on developmentally inappropriate materials for certain age groups.

Establishes a formal book removal process requiring a review committee (including librarians, educators, board representatives, and community members) to evaluate challenges within 30 days, with challenged materials remaining available until a final decision is made.

Grants school librarians, library media specialists, and public librarians immunity from criminal and civil liability for good faith actions under the policy, plus the right to sue for harassment, defamation, or emotional distress with recovery of attorney's fees if they prevail.

Mandates that library collections provide diverse points of view and materials representing protected classes under RSA 354-A:27, with no fiscal impact expected as requirements would be absorbed within existing staffing levels.