"An Act relating to access to library records, including access to the library records of a child by a parent or guardian."

Existing law states parents can have access to their children's library records at public school libraries, but does not specifically state the parents right to have access to their child's records at public libraries. Senate Bill 269 clarifies that parents do have the right access to their child's records at public libraries as well as at public school libraries.

This legislation addresses practical issues by allowing parents to know what materials their child has checked out in both public libraries and public school libraries. As a result, parents can ensure the materials are returned, fines are paid or replacements are purchased.

Senate Bill 269 clarifies current law to ensure parents can find out what books their children are reading in public libraries as well as public school libraries, thus solving logistical and moral problems encountered by families when children's library records are deemed confidential. This legislation allows parents to perform their most important role in life, that of being a parent.

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