More than 10,000 books have been banned from public and academic libraries in the US
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These two states are responsible for most of the nation’s school book bans
The number of books banned in public schools over the past year skyrocketed to more than 10,000, with two states—Iowa and Florida—responsible for most of them, according to preliminary findings released by PEN America on Monday.
NJ becomes latest state to prohibit bans on books in school, public libraries
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law Monday to prohibit public and school libraries from banning books in the state.
Librarians fear increased book bans
As the nation prepares for the second term of President-elect Donald Trump, librarians are increasingly worried about his agenda and what it might mean for their bookshelves.
Does the First Amendment prohibit book bans?
Books bans have been an ongoing issue in the United States, especially in Florida. Whether or not it is a good idea to ban books in public schools,  there are people who argue that the First Amendment protects books from being banned.
New Jersey becomes latest state to prohibit bans on books in school, public libraries
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law Monday to prohibit public and school libraries from banning books in the state.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signs bill banning book bans
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Gov. Phil Murphy signs law prohibiting book bans, making New Jersey the latest state to do so
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law to prohibit public libraries and school libraries from banning books and protect librarians who follow the law against liability.
New Jersey governor signs law blocking book bans
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, a Democrat, signed a law Monday prohibiting public schools and libraries from banning books and protecting librarians who obey state law.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signs law to prohibit book bans in public and school libraries in his state.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signs law to prohibit book bans in public and school libraries in his state.
New Jersey Governor Signs New Law to Limit Book Bans and Protect Librarians
Librarians and schools weary from escalating efforts to ban books have new protections under legislation Gov. Phil Murphy signed into law Monday. The “Freedom to Read Act” limits book bans in public schools and libraries and shields librarians from lawsuits and criminal charges filed by folks who find library materials obscene or otherwise objectionable.
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Legislation would combat censorship, book bans in Michigan’s public libraries
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Illinois' anti-book-ban law leads some school districts to forsake grants to maintain local control
Starting this year, public libraries in Illinois had a choice: adopt principles against book banning or give up state grants.