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Auditors say inconsistent filtering and confused procedures leave gaps in Utah's sensitive‑materials process
Summary
A legislative audit of sensitive materials and school library books found inconsistent keyword filtering, uneven implementation of the statutory challenge process and confusion among librarians and teachers; auditors recommended proactive selection systems, clearer policy language and more training for LEA staff.
Legislative auditor general staff told the Utah Education Interim Committee that audits of sensitive materials and library collections exposed inconsistent filtering of online databases, gaps in classroom‑library policy and confusion among librarians and teachers about when and how challenged materials should be removed.
Auditors reviewed 15 school districts and two charter schools and conducted in‑person visits and catalog reviews. They said keyword filtering that blocks searches on student devices was applied inconsistently across systems and databases: an example shown to the committee demonstrated that a district blocked certain Google searches on student Wi‑Fi but did not implement the same keyword filters on the state’s online school library, meaning students could…
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