![]() In order to be eligible for state funding, the bill requires libraries to adopt the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights, which holds that “materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation,” and “should not be proscribed or removed because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval. “This landmark legislation is a triumph for our democracy, a win for First Amendment rights, and most importantly, a great victory for future generations to come,” said Giannoulias in a news conference Wednesday after HB 2789 cleared the Senate in a party-line vote. ![]() Pritzker, who said he looks forward to signing it. The legislation has passed both chambers and now heads to the desk of Gov. The measure, spearheaded by Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, represents a counter-movement to growing efforts to restrict books on topics such as race, gender and sexuality in schools and libraries across the United States. ![]() ![]() CHICAGO - Illinois lawmakers greenlighted a bill Wednesday that says libraries in the state must adopt an anti-book banning policy to receive state funding, in a vote that fissured along party lines. Push: A Novel Paperback Apby Sapphire (Author) 1,507 ratings See all formats and editions Audiobook 0.00 Free with your Audible trial Hardcover 35.53 67 Used from 1.49 7 New from 17.00 18 Collectible from 5.75 Paperback 19.91 259 Used from 1.16 12 New from 14.39 6 Collectible from 6.99 Audio CD 10.75 6 Used from 5. ![]()
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