House passes amended bill that eliminates punishment for librarians
Law creates formal process for challenging obscene materials in school and public libraries
The South Dakota House voted Tuesday to accept Senate changes to a controversial bill regarding obscene materials in school and public libraries, creating a clearer appeal process for concerned citizens.
Representatives voted 36-34 to concur with Senate amendments to House Bill 1239, which establishes a formal process for challenging obscene materials in school and public libraries.
The original version of the bill would have repealed a legal exemption that shields librarians from prosecution under laws regulating obscenity and prohibiting the dissemination of material deemed harmful to minors.
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