Library working on compliance with new state law giving parents access to minor children’s library records

By: Mya Blanchard

Outlets: Nashua Ink Link

Published: January 8, 2026

Words: 309

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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NASHUA, NH – On Jan. 1, 2026, changes made to RSA 201-D:1 went into effect, allowing parents and guardians to access their minor children’s library records.

Previously, under RSA 201-D:1, library records were confidential for all users regardless of age.

According to library director Jen McCormack, library staff are now working on developing a set of procedures to comply with the law, and make sure …

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