STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31181 / S1289
The Children's School and Library Protection Act requires public schools and community libraries to take
reasonable steps in restricting children's access to obscene or harmful material as defined by Idaho Code §
18-1514. Public School and Community Libraries will be required to establish a Material Review Committee
to review requests for relocation. Public School and Community Libraries will have relocation forms available
for Parents to fill out referencing Idaho Code § 18-1514 . Public School and Community Libraries must hold a
public hearing when a Relocation Form is submitted and publish notice in the local newspaper. The Materials
Review Committee must render a decision at the Public Hearing. If a parent or guardian of a minor child is not
satisfied with the Review Committee’s Decision, they can file for Judicial Review. If they are still not satisfied
after Judicial Review, they would be entitled to bring a civil action against the school or library for damages
and injunctive relief.
FISCAL NOTE
There is no anticipated fiscal impact to the State or general fund because it requires no expenditure of State
funds.
Contact:
Representative Jaron Crane
(208) 332-1059
Senator Geoff Schroeder
(208) 332-1344
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 02/07/2024, 9:18 AM