The bill, S.B. No. 3023, amends the Education Code by adding a new section, 33.025, which mandates that each school district and open-enrollment charter school must ensure that a librarian is present for at least half of each school day at every district or school campus. This requirement aims to enhance the availability of library services and support for students in public schools. Additionally, the bill empowers the commissioner to adopt necessary rules for the implementation of this section.

The provisions of this bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will apply starting with the 2026-2027 school year. This timeline allows school districts and charter schools time to prepare for the new requirement regarding librarian presence in schools.

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