OR SB1098

Prohibits Oregon public schools from rejecting or removing library materials, textbooks, or instructional materials solely because they include perspectives, stories, or content by or about groups protected from discrimination under ORS 659.850 (including race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability)

Establishes a formal process for removing library materials or textbooks: requires a written request from a parent/guardian or school employee, review by a school or district committee, and a public written explanation before any removal can occur

Requires the Department of Education to provide technical assistance and guidance to school librarians, teachers, school districts, and school boards on strengthening library programs and complying with the new requirements

Amends existing statutes governing textbook adoption and curriculum development to explicitly prohibit discrimination-based rejection of educational materials at both the State Board of Education and district school board levels

Declares an emergency, making the law effective immediately upon passage (passed Senate March 31, 2025; passed House June 9, 2025)