The Teton County Library Board of Directors adopted a resolution opposing H.R. 7661 on May 21, 2026. The measure targets materials in school libraries nationwide.
The board, which serves residents in Jackson, Wyoming, cited concerns over local control of education and access to information. The resolution argues that the bill's definitions of prohibited content are too broad and could affect legitimate educational materials such as history and literature.
Luanne James, director of the Rutherford County Library System in Tennessee, has declared she will not comply with a board decision to move over 100 LGBTQ+ children's books to the adult section. In a letter to the board, she cited First Amendment protections and her ethical duties as a librarian. The board, led by chair Cody York, calls her stance insubordination amid ongoing tensions over book access.
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In recent cases in South Carolina and North Carolina, library leadership has been removed after adhering to established policies on book challenges. These incidents highlight emerging tactics by political groups to influence public libraries. The actions followed decisions to retain certain books in collections despite complaints.
A Book Riot article spotlights three new 2026 releases addressing book banning and the right to read. The selections span academic analysis, graphic nonfiction, and fiction, offering varied perspectives on censorship in America. They aim to provide hope amid ongoing challenges.
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A Manchester school removed numerous titles from its library shelves in March 2026 and labeled its librarian a safeguarding risk. The action targeted books on LGBTQ+ topics and racism. The librarian later resigned due to stress.