New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 4859: Prohibits the banning of books or other materials by libraries or library systems
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 4859 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 6, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits the banning of books or other materials by libraries or library systems. Primary sponsor: Brian Cunningham (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO LIBRARIES AND EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits the banning of books or other materials by libraries or library systems; provides that no library or library system shall receive state aid unless such entity adopts the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights that indicates materials should not be proscribed or removed because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval or develops a written statement prohibiting the practice of banning books or other materials.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Cunningham | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO LIBRARIES AND EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY
- REFERRED TO LIBRARIES AND EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY