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OR SB212
Bill
Status
Failed
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Smith
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AI Summary
- Establishes a five-tier rating system (G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17) for all library materials in public libraries, school libraries, and state-funded libraries serving patrons 17 and under
- Restricts unaccompanied minors' access based on age: children 10 and under limited to G-rated materials; ages 11-12 to G and PG; ages 13-16 to G, PG, and PG-13; age 17 to all except NC-17
- Requires the State Librarian to develop and maintain a public central list of all library material ratings, with the most restrictive rating applied when libraries submit conflicting ratings
- Mandates materials for children 10 and under be rated within one year of the Act's effective date, with all library materials rated within five years
- Explicitly states the Act does not constitute a ban on any library materials in a library's collection
Legislative Description
Relating to the rating of library materials.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025
Committee Referrals
Education1/17/2025
Full Bill Text
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