Freedom to Read Act gets support from Rhode Island authors and librarians
The Freedom to Read Act has been introduced in Rhode Island, and on Wednesday, state senators will hold a hearing to learn ...
RI lawmakers consider 'Freedom to Read Act'
Dozens gathered at the R.I. State House Wednesday evening to share their thoughts on a proposal that would ensure access to ...
RI 'Freedom to Read' bill would protect librarians from censorship prosecution. What to know.
Over the last several years, parents and organized groups have targeted 28 books for removal from RI school libraries.
R.I. bill aims to protect librarians amid rise in book bans
Senate committee will consider “Freedom to Read Act,” which would shield librarians from criminal charges and standardize ...
RI leaders, advocates push for 'Freedom to Read' bill
Several state leaders and advocates gathered Thursday afternoon to highlight the importance of protecting free expression and ...
Tennessean9d
Ann Patchett, literary activists push back on book bans at Literary Day on the Hill
The event, organized by Rep. Justin Jones, D-Nashville, comes as the lawmaker introduced his "Freedom to Read" bill, co-sponsored by Sen. Sarah Kyle, D-Memphis. Jones announced the proposal ...
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Lawmakers consider ‘Freedom to Read’ bill as latest attempt to limit book bans in Oregon schools
Proponents point to historic highs in book ban attempts, largely targeting people of color, women and LGBTQ+ communities.
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In Roger Williams' Rhode Island, banning books is a departure from our heritage
It is for all of these reasons – from the hyperlocal to the international – that I support the “Freedom to Read” bills recently introduced in the Rhode Island House and Senate. The bills ...
East Greenwich News4d
Legislators Push R.I. Freedom to Read Act
Above: Rep. David Morales (D-Dist. 7, Providence) speaking at the Freedom to Read press conference at the State House Friday ...