This bill proposes to amend the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 15-120.08, which specifically addresses the use of public funds by school libraries. Under the new law, public school libraries would be prohibited from using public monies to pay for memberships or dues to professional associations that advocate for libraries and librarians. However, the bill clarifies that this restriction does not apply to county free library districts, municipal libraries, or other entities that may contract with public schools for library services, allowing them to pay dues to such associations.

Additionally, the bill defines "school library" to encompass not only the library itself but also the school sites served by it and the governing body of the school. The act is designated as the "Library Freedom Act," which signifies its intent to promote autonomy in school library funding and operations while maintaining certain allowances for broader library entities.

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Introduced Version: 15-120.08