§ 60044 Instructional Materials Bias Prohibition

Education Code·California

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•School books can't make fun of or be mean to people because of their race, gender, religion, disability, or who they love.
•School books can't push one religion over another or break any laws.
•The school board picks books that are fair and kind to everyone.

Example

A school wants to use a book that says girls can't be good at math.

The school board can't use that book because it's mean to girls and breaks the rule about being fair.

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§ 60044 Instructional Materials Bias Prohibition

A governing board shall not adopt any instructional materials for use in the schools that, in its determination, contain: (a) Any matter reflecting adversely upon persons on the basis of race or ethnicity, gender, religion, disability, nationality, or sexual orientation, occupation, or because of a characteristic listed in Section 220. (b) Any sectarian or denominational doctrine or propaganda contrary to law. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 162, Sec. 38. (SB 1171) Effective January 1, 2013.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

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California Legislature. Education Code. Section 60044.

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