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Board approves library‑materials policy adding challenge committee after SB 13
Summary
Trustees approved updates to EFB Local to require approval of library instructional materials and to create a challenge committee process for objections; the changes were described as implementing requirements prompted by SB 13.
Ms. Batiste told trustees the proposed EFB Local revisions ensure the district provides a wide range of instructional materials while creating clearer parental involvement and a process for challenges. She said the policy requires donated items and certain monetary gifts to come before the board and establishes a challenge committee composed of stakeholders to review disputed materials, noting the changes "came into play because of SB 13 that recently passed."
Trustees asked for procedural clarifications: the challenge committee is formed as needed rather than standing, and the policy allows a parent to file an appeal even if only one parent raises a concern. Ms. Batiste said the district maintains an oversight committee of librarians and trained staff who evaluate collection development standards; the board moved, seconded and approved EFB Local as presented.
