TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF THE LAW CONCERNING OBSCENITY AND THE PROCESS FOR CHALLENGING MATERIALS INCLUDED IN A LIBRARY; AND TO REQUIRE A LIBRARY TO HAVE A POLICY PROHIBITING BOOK BANNING IN ORDER TO RECEIVE STATE FUNDING.

HB 1028 proposes changes to existing laws concerning obscenity and the process for challenging materials available in libraries. The bill aims to modify the procedures by which individuals can challenge library content. A key provision requires libraries to implement a policy prohibiting "book banning" to be eligible for state funding. This means libraries would need to demonstrate such a policy to receive financial support from the state.