Bill Banning Sexually Explicit Books in School Libraries in Danger
May 24, 2025 | Media Inquiries: press@mctxgop.org
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SB 13 by Senator Angela Paxton is a top priority of the Republican Party of Texas that would finally remove sexually explicit, indecent, and profane content from public school libraries across Texas. The Senate passed it. But now, it’s stalled in the Texas House, and time is running out fast.
Let’s be clear: If SB 13 dies, it won’t be legislators who suffer. It’ll be our children, left exposed, unprotected, and betrayed for two more years.
TAKE ACTION NOW – TEXAS KIDS ARE COUNTING ON US
STEP 1: Contact House Calendars Chair Todd Hunter
(512) 463-0672
todd.hunter@house.texas.gov
Tell him: “Please place SB 13 on the calendar without delay. Texas kids can’t wait.”
STEP 2: Call Every Republican Member of the House Calendars Committee
Rep. Stan Gerdes — (512) 463-0682
Rep. Cody Harris — (512) 463-0730
Rep. Jeff Leach — (512) 463-0544
Rep. Janie Lopez — (512) 463-0640
Rep. Carl Tepper — (512) 463-0676
Message for all members: “Please get SB 13 onto the state calendar today. HB 900 is not working as intended and explicit content is still in schools. Texas children can’t wait two more years.”
WHY SB 13 MATTERS
In 2023, Texas passed the READER Act (HB 900)—an important first step that acknowledged the need for content standards in school libraries. Many of us fought hard for it. But two years later, it’s clear: HB 900 is not working as intended. Explicit content is still in Texas public schools!
WHAT SB 13 WILL DO
SB 13 doesn’t replace HB 900—it completes the job:
✅ Clear, enforceable standards for what belongs in school libraries
✅ Transparent oversight with parent-majority library councils
✅ Accountability for districts that ignore concerns
✅ Timely, documented responses to challenges
This is what Texas parents asked for. This is the protection Texas kids deserve.
⚠️ THE CLOCK IS TICKING
We cannot let SB 13 die. Every minute of delay puts children at risk. The House must act now—or be held accountable for inaction.
📞 Make the calls.
📢 Demand action.
Pass SB 13. Protect our kids. Clean up Texas school libraries—before it’s too late.