Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB06253

Introduced
1/28/11  
Introduced
1/28/11  
Refer
1/28/11  

Caption

An Act Permitting Boards Of Education To Establish Literature Review Committees.

Impact

Should HB 6253 be enacted, it would amend section 10-221 of the general statutes to provide explicit authority for educational boards to form these committees, which could influence decisions on required reading materials statewide. The anticipated outcome is a more involved approach to literature selection in schools, potentially changing the landscape of educational content presented to students. This could lead to a shift in how literature is selected for educational purposes, enhancing the concept of age-appropriate material in schools.

Summary

House Bill 6253 aims to empower local and regional boards of education to establish literature review committees across various educational levels, including prekindergarten, elementary, middle, and high school. The purpose of these committees is to evaluate reading materials assigned to students, specifically scrutinizing them for excessive sexual content. By allowing education boards to oversee the appropriateness of literature, the bill aims to ensure that assigned readings align with the educational standards and age-appropriateness for students in these institutions.

Contention

The implementation of this bill might not be without controversy, as the establishment of literature review committees could lead to debates regarding censorship and the appropriateness of certain themes in educational literature. Critics might argue that such committees could impose overly conservative standards that limit students' exposure to diverse perspectives and important social issues. Moreover, the subjective nature of what constitutes 'excessive sexual content' could lead to inconsistencies in how literature is reviewed and deemed appropriate, resulting in potential conflicts among community members and educators.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00014

An Act Assisting School Districts In Improving Educational Outcomes, Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Education And The Technical Education And Career System And Establishing Early Start Ct.

CT HB05068

An Act Establishing A Tax Credit For Educational Access And Opportunity Scholarships.

CT HB05101

An Act Establishing A Tax Credit For Educational Access And Opportunity Scholarships.

CT HB05199

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Shortage Of Athletic Trainers In The State.

CT SB00077

An Act Establishing A Capital Gains Tax On Certain Endowment Funds Of Institutions Of Higher Education And Concerning The Use Of The Revenue Generated.

CT HB05437

An Act Concerning Education Mandate Relief, School Discipline And Disconnected Youth.

CT HB05313

An Act Reestablishing The Legislative Program Review And Investigations Committee.

CT SB00327

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Effects Of Hate Speech And Bullying On Children.

CT HB05116

An Act Reducing The Mill Rate Cap For Motor Vehicles And Reimbursing Municipalities For Lost Revenue.

CT HB05114

An Act Establishing An Excise Tax On Ammunition To Provide Funding For Community Gun Violence And Intervention Program Grants.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.