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SB 965·CA·senate

Public libraries: library cards.

Sent to ExecutiveFiled Feb 3, 2026
Sponsor: Catherine Blakespear (D)
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Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m.

Sep 2, 2026

Summary

Beginning Jan 1 2028, California public libraries may not require a parent or guardian to be physically present to issue a library card to a resident who is 16 or 17 years old. Libraries are still allowed to request a parent’s signature or consent. If the state determines the rule creates costs for local agencies, it will reimburse those expenses.

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