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RearviewSB 18Died on House calendar89th Regular Session (2025)

City libraries that host certain events would have lost public funding

What it does

SB 18 would have stopped city libraries that host certain kinds of events from getting state or other public money.

What it means for your community

Your city library could have lost funding depending on which events it hosts, which could change what programs it offers.

Why it didn't pass

The Senate passed it. It was placed on the House General State Calendar on May 27, 2025, but was not voted on before the session ended.

What to watch next session

Bills about library content have come up in recent sessions. Watch for a refiled version and how it defines the events covered.

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