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The article reports that an attempt to create a state-level version of the U.S. Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) is unlikely to pass in the spring 2007 session of the Illinois Legislature. Librarians and Illinois Library Association Director Bob Doyle argue that filtering should be handled locally, and on May 14, 2007 protested by turning library filters to full power or turning off computers completely. Advocates say librarians exaggerate the harm of Internet filters.

The article reports on May 2007 actions at certain Illinois public libraries in protest of proposed library Internet filter legislation being considered by the Illinois House of Representatives. The author reports that passage of the bill would force public libraries to filter all computers, provide an adult companion for any minor requiring unfiltered access for research, and attest to compliance in writing in order to qualify for state aid and grant funds.