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Board begins first readings to implement New Jersey Freedom to Read Act in district policies
Summary
Policy committee presented a new library‑materials policy and revisions to public‑complaints and resource‑material policies to align with the state Freedom to Read Act; the law limits who may file challenges to library materials and requires a multidisciplinary review and public posting of board decisions.
The board’s policy committee presented a set of first‑reading items to implement New Jersey’s Freedom to Read Act and accompanying Department of Education guidance.
Policy/regulation 2535 (new) would establish the district’s formal process for reviewing challenges to school library materials, including criteria for removal or limitation of access and a formal written request form. Under the state law and the proposed board process, only…
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