New California Law Bars Schools From Banning Books Based On Race And Gender Topics

New California Law Bars Schools From Banning Books Based On Race And Gender Topics

Essence Magazine:

Justin Sullivan/Getty Images By Melissa Noel ·Updated September 26, 2023

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation on Monday to curb book bans by instituting fines for schools that prohibit books that discuss race or gender identity.

The new law, Assembly Bill 1078, will also charge districts

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