Florida Department of Education Reports Over 700 Books Removed in 2023-24 Academic Year, Doubling Previous Year’s Total

Nov 13, 2024, 09:38 PM

In the 2023-24 academic year, Florida schools removed over 700 books from their libraries, nearly doubling the number of titles pulled the previous year, according to a report by the Florida Department of Education. This significant increase reflects ongoing scrutiny over educational materials in the state. The department has released a list detailing the books that were taken out of circulation, which has drawn attention from various educational and media outlets. The report highlights a growing trend in Florida's educational policies regarding library content and book accessibility for students.