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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick proposes penalties for schools that keep “vulgar” books on library shelves
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points This involves lowering performance ratings for schools that do not comply with a law related to book titles. A plan has been announced to penalize schools for certain library content.
A plan has been announced to penalize schools for certain library content. This involves lowering performance ratings for schools that do not comply with a law related to book titles.
Further details about this plan are available from the source. The lieutenant governor has expressed strong intentions regarding this issue.
The proposal aims to address concerns about certain books in school libraries, with the goal of enforcing existing laws.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 20, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media ·
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