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Board updates library policy to align with Senate Bill 13
Summary
Channelview ISD trustees approved updates to Board Policy EFB (Local) to establish procedures for parental access, material challenges, and catalog review consistent with Senate Bill 13.
The Board approved recommended updates to Board Policy EFB (Local) to clarify procedures for library materials and parental access under Senate Bill 13. District presenters described steps for parent access to library catalogs, processes to request restrictions on materials, acquisition and donation protocols, and challenge procedures.
"They reviewed procedures for parent access to library catalogs, requesting restrictions on materials, acquisition and donation of library materials, challenges to library content, and regular maintenance of library collections," the presentation record states. The Board approved the recommended updates by a 7–0 vote, and staff were directed to hold a district librarians' meeting, consult with the Technology Department, and communicate changes to teachers and families as part of implementation.
The discussion emphasized next steps for staff coordination and community communication as the district moves to implement the updated procedures.
