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flag Iowa bill would require parental consent for minors' library access to certain materials, risking legal penalties for librarians.

flag A proposed Iowa bill, HF 2309, would require parental consent for minors to access library materials deemed harmful to minors, particularly those with sexual content, and could subject librarians to criminal charges and civil lawsuits. flag Libraries warn the law threatens professional judgment, creates legal risks, and may limit access to educational resources, especially in rural areas. flag Supporters argue it protects children and upholds parental rights, while critics say it imposes a rigid, punitive framework that undermines free expression and library autonomy. flag The bill, which passed a House subcommittee, now moves to full committee review amid ongoing debate over balancing child safety, free speech, and local control.

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