This bill proposes the repeal of Code section 728.7, which currently provides obscenity exemptions for public libraries and educational institutions in Iowa. Under the existing law, the use of appropriate material for educational purposes in accredited schools, public libraries, and educational programs involving minors is not prohibited by the obscenity laws outlined in Code chapter 728. Additionally, the current law allows minors to attend exhibitions or displays of art works and to access materials in public libraries without restriction.

By repealing this section, the bill removes these exemptions, potentially subjecting educational institutions and public libraries to the same obscenity standards that apply to other entities. This change could impact the availability of certain educational materials and the ability of minors to engage with various forms of art and literature in these settings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 728.7