Overview

• The banned books include works by Margaret Atwood, Judy Blume, and Rupi Kaur.
• The law requires removal if three school districts or two districts and five charter schools deem a book inappropriate.
• Free speech advocates argue the ban undermines literary and educational value.
• Critics fear the law will lead to less diverse library collections and a chilling effect on free expression.
• The law places the burden on educators and librarians to comply, potentially facing legal consequences.