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How Public Libraries Are Targeted Right Now—It’s Not “Just” Books: Book Censorship News, March 29, 2024

Public libraries are experiencing book bans, but the methods by which the institution is under attack need to be addressed.

Vermont Poised to Curtail Library Book Bans, Bad Ebook Contracts, and Protect Teen Library Records

The bill was inspired by a report on Vermont libraries in late 2023. Residents are encouraged to write their representatives ASAP.

How The BookmarkED/OnShelf App, Created to Help Schools Ban Books, Fuels Them Instead

A student data privacy nightmare meets the use of artificial intelligence stealing banned and challenged book lists nationwide.

You’re Wrong About These Common Myths About Book Ban: Book Censorship News, March 22, 2024

You've likely seen or said many of these things about book bans, but they're not true. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

Why Ban Books When You Can Ban Book Awards?: Suburban Illinois District Cancels Caudill Awards

In suburban Wadsworth, Illinois, a right-wing board banned a state-wide, student-driven book award program.

State Anti-Book Ban Legislation Updates: Book Censorship News, March 15, 2024

For a few parents in Floyd County, Virginia, a talking tree was enough to get them to successfully demand banning a "One Book" program.

Librarians Lock Autauga-Prattville Public Library in Protest After Director Fired by Board

Library workers locked the public library in protest of the director being fired, and they have been fired as well.

Delaware, Connecticut Legislators Propose Anti-Book Ban Measures

Two more states propose right to read acts. Here's what they are and what you need to know about them.

They’re Dismantling Higher Education, Too: Book Censorship News, March 8, 2024

We knew public schools and libraries weren't the end game for book banners.

Llano County Public Librarian Fired for Not Banning Books Sues County, Library Commissioners

A Llano County librarian who refused to ban books at the direction of the board and county has filed a lawsuit with a firm making a name for themselves protecting libraries nationwide.