The proposed bill mandates that school districts in New Mexico establish policies for the management of public school libraries and the administration of library programs and services. It introduces a new section to the Public School Code that defines key terms such as "library resource" and "library staff member," and outlines the responsibilities of school districts in prohibiting discrimination and harassment related to library resources. The bill stipulates that any removal or restriction of library resources must follow a uniform process, ensuring that requests can only be made by students or their parents, and that resources cannot be reconsidered for removal more than once every two years.

Additionally, the bill requires local school boards to submit written policies to the state department by September 1, 2026, which must align with constitutional protections of free speech. It also protects library staff members from retaliation for refusing to remove or restrict library resources without a final determination, thereby safeguarding their professional integrity and adherence to the established policies.