Coverage dated April 20, 2023

2nd book ban bill passes North Dakota House; both bills almost to Burgum's desk

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A second bill targeting sexual content in North Dakota public libraries, and which would allow for criminal charges against librarians, is a step closer to clearing the Legislature.

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Bismarck Tribune
2nd book ban bill passes North Dakota House; both bills almost to Burgum's desk (opens Bismarck Tribune)
Published Apr 20, 2023
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A second bill targeting sexual content in North Dakota public libraries, and which would allow for criminal charges against librarians, is a step closer to clearing the Legislature.
Bismarck Tribune
Book ban bills go to Burgum (opens Bismarck Tribune)
Published Apr 20, 2023
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Two bills targeting sexual content in North Dakota's public libraries are going to Gov. Doug Burgum.
The Jamestown Sun
Book ban bills head to North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum (opens The Jamestown Sun)
Published Apr 20, 2023
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Supporters have said the two bills protect minors from pornography. Opponents say the bills are censorship.

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