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SF 2119

Repeals obscenity exemptions for schools and public libraries

This bill removes a state law that says obscenity rules do not stop schools, public libraries and educational programs from using appropriate materials for learning. Schools and libraries would no longer have that specific exemption from the obscenity chapter.

Official title

A bill for an act relating to obscenity exemptions for public libraries and educational institutions.

Introduced1 of 5

Where it stands

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Senate
  4. House
  5. Governor

Last action, Feb 16: Subcommittee recommends passage.

On these agendas

  • Education CommitteeFeb 18

    Green SF2121 - Green w/amendment SF2212 - Pike SSB3170 - Evans SJR2008 - Evans SF2119 - Evans SSB3164 - Evans SSB3163 - Evans SF2092- Evans SF2181 - Gruenhagen SF204

History

  • Subcommittee recommends passage.Senate · Feb 16
  • Subcommittee Meeting: 02/16/2026 12:00PM Senate Lounge.Senate · Feb 11
  • Subcommittee: Evans, Pike, and Quirmbach. S.J. 190.Senate · Feb 3
  • Introduced, referred to Education. S.J. 143.Senate · Jan 27