This bill mandates that the board of education in each school district provide an individual textbook for every student enrolled in classes that utilize textbooks. It defines a textbook broadly to include books, workbooks, manuals, and electronic formats that serve as the primary source of study material for a class.

The legislation aims to resolve concerns from parents regarding the unequal distribution of textbooks among students in certain districts, which has been identified as a barrier to students' ability to complete homework and prepare for tests effectively. By ensuring that each student has access to their own textbook, the bill seeks to promote equity in educational resources. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.