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Francis Howell School Board approves new policies on books, which some call a ‘book ban’

By Max Diekneite,

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O’FALLON, Mo. – The Francis Howell Board of Education approved a series of measures that set limits on what kind of books can enter district libraries Thursday night.

Specifically, the new policies limit books that normalize alcohol and drug use, along with excessive or unnecessary profanity and violence. Board members in favor of the changes also said the new rules set limits on sexually explicit content that is not suitable for school-aged children.

The board again pushed back a vote on a new transgender bathroom policy. Dozens of people showed up before the meeting to protest both proposals.

The next board meeting is set for Thursday, Sept. 19.

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