Phil Murphy Signs NJ Law Shielding Libraries From Book Censorship

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Source: Newsweek

Published Dec 09, 2024 at 4:42 PM EST



New Jersey Democratic Governor Phil Murphy signed the "Freedom to Read Act" into law on Monday, making it illegal for public and school libraries to ban books based on their content or the background of their authors.

The law also shields librarians from civil and criminal liabilities when complying with its provisions.

New Jersey joins Illinois and Minnesota as Democrat-led states enacting bans on book censorship. Murphy signed the bill at Princeton Public Library, emphasizing its contrast to efforts in Republican-controlled states that have recently restricted access to books.

"I'm incredibly proud to have signed it, but also acknowledge that America––and this is yet another good example––is becoming a patchwork quilt country. It really matters where you live," Murphy said during the signing ceremony.

Read more: https://www.newsweek.com/new-jersey-governor-signs-anti-book-ban-law-1998096

[onetexan]

1. Excellent!!

[babylonsister]

2. Bravo!!! nt

[bucolic_frolic]

3. It matters where you spend your money too.

Red states face brain drain, population decline from birth rate and simple citizen flight. Economic decline hurts.

[Timeflyer]

4. Bravo, New Jersey!