A legislative audit of sensitive materials and school library books found inconsistent keyword filtering, uneven implementation of the statutory challenge process and confusion among librarians and teachers; auditors recommended proactive selection systems, clearer policy language and more training for LEA staff.

County manager announces removal of juvenile health books and expands parental control initiatives.

The Alabama Library Association said in a May 16 letter that it was “concerned but also confused” by new Alabama Public Library Service policies on sexually explicit content and what it called ill-treatment of directors and staff of local libraries at a meeting earlier this month. The organization said it was notably concerned by “the […]

Committee removes two books citing negative impacts on community members after majority vote.