The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 237, aims to amend the general statutes to ensure that publishers who license electronic books to the public also offer these licenses to libraries in Connecticut under reasonable terms. The bill specifies that these terms may include limitations on the number of simultaneous users, the duration of access for users, and the implementation of technological measures to prevent unauthorized access or sharing of electronic books. However, it explicitly states that these reasonable terms cannot include restrictions on the total number of licenses a library can purchase.

In summary, the bill seeks to enhance access to electronic books for public libraries by mandating that publishers provide licenses under fair conditions, while safeguarding the libraries' ability to acquire multiple licenses for public use. The proposed changes emphasize the importance of equitable access to digital resources in libraries, ensuring that they can serve their communities effectively.