Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H3598 — An Act protecting against attempts to ban, remove, or restrict library access to materials

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill protects library access to materials from being banned or restricted.

This bill aims to prevent any efforts to ban, remove, or limit access to materials in libraries. It seeks to ensure that library users can freely access a wide range of materials without restrictions.

Summary

An Act protecting against attempts to ban, remove, or restrict library access to materials

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H3598 do?
An Act protecting against attempts to ban, remove, or restrict library access to materials
Who sponsors H3598?
H3598 is sponsored by Aaron L. Saunders (Democrat).
What is the current status of H3598?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H3598?
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