Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to regulate the placement of resources in public libraries that contain sexual or graphic sexual content. The bill mandates that such materials be located exclusively in the young adult or adult sections of the library, regardless of the intended reading age. Additionally, it allows community members to object to the placement of these resources, prompting the chief librarian to relocate them as necessary. The bill also stipulates that digital content must adhere to the same age-appropriate standards, with access to such materials for children being contingent upon parental or guardian discretion.

The bill amends several sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), including 22-1-301, 22-1-309, 22-1-310, 22-1-326, and 22-1-712, to incorporate these new regulations. Notably, it introduces a new section that emphasizes the importance of maintaining a safe and inviting environment in public libraries while ensuring that resources are appropriately categorized based on their content. The amendments clarify the responsibilities of library boards and chief librarians in managing collections and ensuring compliance with the new standards.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 22-1-301, 22-1-309, 22-1-310, 22-1-326, 22-1-712
SB0396_1(1): 22-1-301, 22-1-309, 22-1-310, 22-1-326, 22-1-712
SB0396_1(2): 22-1-301, 22-1-309, 22-1-310, 22-1-326, 22-1-712
SB0396_1(3): 22-1-301, 22-1-309, 22-1-310, 22-1-326, 22-1-712
SB0396_1(4): 22-1-301, 22-1-309, 22-1-310, 22-1-326, 22-1-712
SB0396_1: 22-1-301, 22-1-309, 22-1-310, 22-1-326, 22-1-712