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Protecting Freedom to Read and Opposing Book Bans

This House Resolution expresses concern over the increasing number of book bans in US schools, prisons, and libraries. It emphasizes that freedom to read is crucial for democracy and calls for protecting students' and educators' rights to access diverse content. This aims to ensure citizens have access to broad knowledge and perspectives, impacting their education and freedom of thought.
Key points
The resolution highlights that book bans violate freedom of speech and reading, protected by the US Constitution.
It urges local governments and educational institutions to follow guidelines for addressing book challenges and protect students' right to learn.
It points out the negative consequences of book bans for students, educators, librarians, and authors, including limiting access to diverse perspectives and knowledge.
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Additional Information
Recognizing "Banned Books Week" and the sweeping attacks on books in the United States today, acknowledging the central role books play in promoting democratic and civil discourse, and urging recognition of the illegitimate tactics being used to ban books in K-12 classrooms, universities, prisons, and libraries.
Print number: HRES 1392
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Process start date: 2022-09-22