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Rancho Mirage moves to align library collection policy with AB 1825; council introduces ordinance
Summary
Council voted to introduce an ordinance amending municipal code section 9.3072 to update the library and observatory collection development policy to comply with the California Freedom to Read Act (AB 1825), following staff presentation that libraries must adopt a public policy by Jan. 1, 2026 to remain eligible for state funding.
The Rancho Mirage City Council on Nov. 6 introduced an ordinance (first reading) to revise the Library and Observatory Collection Development Policy to comply with the California Freedom to Read Act (Assembly Bill 1825). Library and Observatory Director Aaron Espinosa told the council that the policy updates are intended to ensure adherence to state requirements and to preserve open access to materials.
"Under AB 1825,…
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