Overview

• Idaho's HB 710 prohibits minors from accessing books deemed 'harmful,' including those with sexual content, LGBTQ+ themes, or depictions of nudity.
• The law has led to the removal of classic titles like 'Slaughterhouse-Five,' 'The Bluest Eye,' and 'Game of Thrones' from public and school libraries.
• Major publishers, including Penguin Random House and HarperCollins, along with authors, parents, and library groups, filed the lawsuit on February 4, 2025.
• The lawsuit argues the law's vague definitions force libraries to self-censor, violate free speech protections, and unfairly lump all minors into one age category.
• Libraries have struggled to comply, with some converting to adult-only spaces or seeing significant declines in circulation and community access.