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Board reviews multiple challenged books; directors to follow collection-development policy and paper trail
Summary
Trustees discussed a set of challenged books — several titles addressing gender identity, LGBTQ+ themes, and other topics — and reiterated that the library director and established collection-development procedures, including a written challenge form and appeal process, govern removals and appeals.
The Sumner County Library Board reviewed a group of book challenges raised by community members and directed that the established collection-development and reconsideration procedures be followed, including use of the formal challenge form and notification/appeal steps.
During a March 26 discussion, board chair Joanna Daniel (full name used here as she identified herself multiple times) said trustees have a duty to ensure collection policies are enforced and to report suspected…
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