Libraries Face Book Censorship Push | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 21, 2026 · 1m

Alabama’s public libraries are caught in a funding tug-of-war over book content, as state officials push for stricter rules on materials deemed inappropriate for minors — especially around gender identity and transgender topics. With the governor’s backing and updated state laws, libraries risk losing cash unless they comply, leading some to shut down temporarily to audit their collections. A proposed temporary job to help libraries identify and remove “problematic” books sparked debate: while board members like Amy Minton see it as essential for compliance, director Kelyn Ralya questioned…