The bill amends sections 3314.03 and 3326.11 of the Revised Code and introduces several new sections, including 109.881, 3329.11, 3329.12, 3329.13, 3375.03, 3375.031, 3375.032, 4113.35, 4113.36, and 4113.37, which focus on enhancing the provision of online library database resources by public schools, libraries, and state agencies. A key provision in section 109.881 grants the attorney general the authority to investigate suspected violations related to library resources, establishing that reports made under these sections are public records. The bill also sets forth detailed requirements for contracts between community schools and their sponsors, emphasizing transparency and accountability in operations, including the availability of attendance records and documentation of financial transactions.

Additionally, the bill introduces regulations for digital library resource providers, mandating compliance with safety policies to prevent minors' access to harmful content. It outlines penalties for non-compliance, including potential contract termination and financial repercussions, while establishing procedures for handling disputed contract funds. The legislation aims to ensure that community schools operate effectively within legal frameworks, enhance accountability in educational environments, and provide a cohesive legal structure for managing digital library resources. The bill also repeals existing sections of the Revised Code that may conflict with these new provisions, reinforcing the updated legal framework.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3314.03, 3326.11