The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 237, aims to amend the general statutes regarding the licensing of electronic books by publishers to public libraries in the state. The bill mandates that any publisher offering electronic book licenses must do so to libraries on reasonable terms. 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.

Importantly, the bill specifies that these reasonable terms cannot include restrictions on the total number of licenses a library can purchase for public access. This change is intended to ensure that libraries can adequately serve their communities without facing undue limitations from publishers. The bill reflects a commitment to enhancing access to electronic literature in public libraries while balancing the interests of publishers.