NC Republicans propose banning books, withholding pay over ‘Parents’ Bill of Rights’

By: Ahmed Jallow

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: April 23, 2026

Words: 737

Last Updated: 3 months, 1 week ago

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North Carolina House Republicans introduced a bill Thursday that would ban books from elementary school libraries and allow the state to withhold salaries from school district leaders who violate the state law known as the “Parents’ Bill of Rights.”

House Democrats said Republicans are trying to distract voters from their failure to address the lack of the state budget and the rising cost of living in North Carolina.

House Majority Leader Rep. Brenden Jones (R-Columbus) …

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