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The entry's text: SUPPLEMENTAL AUTHORITIES (FRAP 28(j)) response by C.Y., E.G., E.K., E.Y., H.H., L.K., L.K., M.T., O.H., S.H. and S.K. in 25-2497, 26-1002. [1002017142] . [25-2497, 26-1002] Emerson Sykes [Entered: 07/17/2026 05:12 PM]
The entry's text: SUPPLEMENTAL AUTHORITIES by Department of Defense Education Activity, Peter Brian Hegseth and Beth Schiavino-Narvaez in 25-2497, 26-1002. [1002014776] . [25-2497, 26-1002] Maxwell Baldi [Entered: 07/15/2026 11:12 AM]
The entry's text: MOTION by C.Y., E.G., E.K., E.Y., H.H., L.K., L.K., M.T., O.H., S.H. and S.K. in 25-2497, 26-1002 to extend filing time for reply brief until July 31, 2026.. Date and method of service: 07/01/2026 ecf. [1002007967] [25-2497, 26-1002] Emerson Sykes [Entered: 07/01/2026 05:58 PM]
The entry's text: BRIEF by Department of Defense Education Activity, Peter Brian Hegseth and Beth Schiavino-Narvaez in 26-1002. Type of Brief: RESPONSE/REPLY. . Do any cases pending in this court or the Supreme Court of the United States raise similar issues? NO.. [1002004906] [25-2497, 26-1002] Maxwell Baldi [Entered: 06/26/2026 04:25 PM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Nephetari Smith for PFLAG, Inc. and Secure Families Initiative in 25-2497, 26-1002. [1002001255] [25-2497, 26-1002] Nephetari Smith [Entered: 06/22/2026 11:34 PM]
The entry's text: Proposed Pretrial Order Proposed Final Pretrial Order by Plaintiffs Authors Guild, The, Kristen Crookshanks, NAACP--Colorado--Montana--Wyoming State Area Conference, Mindy Smith. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A-Plaintiffs' Preliminary Witness List, # 2 Exhibit B-Defendant's Preliminary Trial Witness List, # 3 Exhibit C-Plaintiffs' Preliminary Trial Exhibit List, # 4 Exhibit D-Defendant's Preliminary Trial Exhibit List)(Dec, Thomas) (Entered: 06/09/2026)
The entry's text: REPLY to Response to 75 MOTION to Exclude Expert Testimony filed by Defendant Elizabeth School District. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 6 - Depo. Transcript Excerpts)(Ellis, Laura) (Entered: 06/01/2026)
The entry's text: BRIEF in Opposition to 75 MOTION to Exclude Expert Testimony of April M. Dawkins, Ph.D. filed by Plaintiffs Authors Guild, The, Kristen Crookshanks, NAACP--Colorado--Montana--Wyoming State Area Conference, Mindy Smith. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Dawkins Excerpts)(Kumor, Kendra) (Entered: 05/18/2026)
The entry's text: ARGUMENT RESPONSE/APPEARANCE FORM filed by Autumn Hamit Patterson for Tim Blair, Jana Bradford, Debra Buschman, Carol Crews, Matt Durrett, David Ethredge, Sonia Eileen Fonticiella, Chuck Graham, Tim Griffin, Ben Hale, Devon Holder, Kevin Holmes, Teresa Howell, Kyle Hunter, Will Jones, Michelle Lawrence, Connie Mitchell, Todd Murray, Jeff Phillips, Rebecca Reed McCoy, Jeff Rogers, Tony Rogers, Daniel Shue, Drew Smith, Nathan Smith, Frank Spain, Tom Tatum, II, Dan Turner and Chris Walton for argument in June, at the U.S. Courthouse in St. Louis, Missouri. [5638963] [25-1146] (AHP) [Entered: 05/12/2026 08:49 AM]
The entry's text: SET FOR ARGUMENT - CASE PLACED ON CALENDAR - for Argument in St. Louis on Thursday, June 11, 2026. To be heard before Judges Steven M. Colloton, Ralph R. Erickson and L. Steven Grasz in Division III. The courtroom deputy will be Diane. All attorneys presenting oral argument must complete a Response Form. Click Here to Complete the Oral Argument Response Form. Click Here for the Complete CalendarPLEASE REVIEW THE ENTIRE CALENDAR CAREFULLY, PARTICULARLY THE COUNSEL NOTICE PAGE.If you are appointed counsel under the Criminal Justice Act and require airline transportation to oral argument, the court will issue a travel authorization the next business day. 5637983 [25-1146] (JMM) [Entered: 05/08/2026 09:15 AM]
The entry's text: ARGUMENT RESPONSE/APPEARANCE FORM filed by John T. Adams for Central Arkansas Library System, Nate Coulter and Eureka Springs Carnegie Public Library for argument in June, at the U.S. Courthouse in St. Louis, Missouri. [5644640] [25-1146] (JTA) [Entered: 05/28/2026 08:47 AM]
The entry's text: TEXT ORDER SETTING DEADLINES AND CANCELLING CONFERENCE: As proposed in the Joint Status Report 127, plaintiffs shall file an amended complaint by July 27, 2026. The parties shall confer and submit a proposed schedule by August 10, 2026 for defendants' response to the amended complaint and any associated briefing. The status/scheduling conference set for June 10, 2026 is cancelled. Good cause exists pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 16(b)(2) for postponing the submission of a proposed scheduling order and discovery plan pursuant to L.R. 16. Signed by Chief Magistrate Judge Stephen B. Jackson, Jr. on 6/8/2026. (jeb) (Entered: 06/08/2026)
The entry's text: TEXT ORDER SETTING STATUS/SCHEDULING CONFERENCE: A Status/Scheduling Conference will be held by video on June 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. before Chief Magistrate Judge Stephen B. Jackson, Jr. The parties shall confer and file by June 5, 2026 a joint report setting forth the issues which require court adjudication and a proposed schedule for further proceedings. A link to join the video conference will be emailed to counsel. Recording or broadcasting of the video conference is prohibited. Signed by Chief Magistrate Judge Stephen B. Jackson, Jr. on 5/29/2026. (jeb) (Entered: 05/29/2026)
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Mara Gassmann for Pen American Center in 25-2497. [1001992442] [25-2497, 26-1002] Mara Gassmann [Entered: 06/08/2026 10:11 AM]
The entry's text: AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF by National Academy of Education on behalf of Plaintiffs-Appellees / Cross-Appellants. . Do any cases pending in this court or the Supreme Court of the United States raise similar issues? NO.. [1001990490] [25-2497, 26-1002] Mark Rosenbaum [Entered: 06/03/2026 06:14 PM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Owen R. Wolfe for American Association of School Librarians and Freedom to Read Foundation in 25-2497. [1001989444] [25-2497, 26-1002] RP [Entered: 06/02/2026 02:53 PM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Navin Pant for Education Law Center and Federal Education Association in 26-1002. [1001990630] [25-2497, 26-1002] Navin Pant [Entered: 06/04/2026 09:21 AM]
The entry's text: DISCLOSURE STATEMENT by Education Law Center, Federal Education Association, Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and National Education Association in 25-2497. Was any question on Disclosure Form answered yes? No [1001989956] [25-2497, 26-1002] RP [Entered: 06/03/2026 11:27 AM]
The entry's text: AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF by Vet Voice Foundation and Fred T. Korematsu Center for Law and Equality; Amicus Supporting Appellee-Plaintiff; Amicus Supporting Appellant-Plaintiff. . Do any cases pending in this court or the Supreme Court of the United States raise similar issues? NO.. [1001990109] [25-2497, 26-1002] Robert Chang [Entered: 06/03/2026 01:25 PM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Dariely Rodriguez for Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law in 25-2497, 26-1002. [1001990462] [25-2497, 26-1002] Dariely Rodriguez [Entered: 06/03/2026 04:50 PM]
The entry's text: AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF by Secure Families Initiative and PFLAG, Inc.. . Do any cases pending in this court or the Supreme Court of the United States raise similar issues? NO.. [1001990493] [25-2497, 26-1002] Avatara Smith-Carrington [Entered: 06/03/2026 06:36 PM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Navin Pant for National Education Association. [1001989947] [25-2497, 26-1002]--[Edited 06/03/2026 by RP] RP [Entered: 06/03/2026 11:24 AM]
The entry's text: AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF by Amici curiae National Education Association, Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Federal Education Association, and Education Law Center. . Do any cases pending in this court or the Supreme Court of the United States raise similar issues? NO.. [1001989872] [25-2497, 26-1002] Navin Pant [Entered: 06/03/2026 10:34 AM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Michael J. Pillera for Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law in 25-2497, 26-1002. [1001990614] [25-2497, 26-1002] Michael Pillera [Entered: 06/04/2026 09:09 AM]
The entry's text: AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF by PEN American Center, Inc. (PEN America). . Do any cases pending in this court or the Supreme Court of the United States raise similar issues? NO.. [1001990502] [25-2497, 26-1002] Mara Gassmann [Entered: 06/03/2026 11:59 PM]
The entry's text: AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF by The Authors Guild, Macmillan Publishing Group, LLC and Penguin Random House LLC, Amici Curiae Supporting Plaintiffs-Appellees. . Do any cases pending in this court or the Supreme Court of the United States raise similar issues? NO.. [1001990398] [25-2497, 26-1002] Marc Fuller [Entered: 06/03/2026 04:17 PM]
The entry's text: AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF by Freedom to Read Foundation and American Association of School Librarians. . Do any cases pending in this court or the Supreme Court of the United States raise similar issues? NO.. [1001989313] [25-2497, 26-1002] Owen Wolfe [Entered: 06/02/2026 01:05 PM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Robert Seungchul Chang for Fred T. Korematsu Center for Law & Equality and Vet Voice Foundation in 25-2497, 26-1002. [1001990148] [25-2497, 26-1002] RP [Entered: 06/03/2026 02:05 PM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Mark Rosenbaum for National Academy of Education in 25-2497. [1001990852] [25-2497, 26-1002] Mark Rosenbaum [Entered: 06/04/2026 11:25 AM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Amanda Mangaser Savage for National Academy of Education in 25-2497. [1001990856] [25-2497, 26-1002] Amanda Savage [Entered: 06/04/2026 11:29 AM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Marc A. Fuller for Macmillan Publishing Group LLC, Penguin Random House, LLC and The Author's Guild in 25-2497, 26-1002. [1001990736] [25-2497, 26-1002] Marc Fuller [Entered: 06/04/2026 10:27 AM]
The entry's text: DISCLOSURE STATEMENT by Macmillan Publishing Group LLC in 25-2497, 26-1002. Was any question on Disclosure Form answered yes? Yes [1001990779] [25-2497, 26-1002] Marc Fuller [Entered: 06/04/2026 10:51 AM]
The entry's text: DISCLOSURE STATEMENT by National Academy of Education in 25-2497. Was any question on Disclosure Form answered yes? No [1001990849] [25-2497, 26-1002] Mark Rosenbaum [Entered: 06/04/2026 11:22 AM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Avatara A. Smith-Carrington for PFLAG, Inc. and Secure Families Initiative in 25-2497, 26-1002. [1001990700] [25-2497, 26-1002] Avatara Smith-Carrington [Entered: 06/04/2026 10:02 AM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Shaheena A. Simons for Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law in 25-2497, 26-1002. [1001990995] [25-2497, 26-1002] Shaheena Simons [Entered: 06/04/2026 01:04 PM]
The entry's text: APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL by Brittnee Bui for National Academy of Education in 25-2497. [1001990858] [25-2497, 26-1002] Brittnee Bui [Entered: 06/04/2026 11:32 AM]
The entry's text: DISCLOSURE STATEMENT by Penguin Random House, LLC in 25-2497, 26-1002. Was any question on Disclosure Form answered yes? Yes [1001990787] [25-2497, 26-1002] Marc Fuller [Entered: 06/04/2026 10:53 AM]
The entry's text: Minute Order. Proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Cecilia M. Romero: Hearing on 93 Motion for Protective Order held on 5/13/2026. All parties appear via Zoom. The court hears from both parties. For the reasons stated on the record, the court GRANTS IN PART 93 . Counsel for Plaintiffs is to submit a Proposed Supplemental Protective Order consistent with the courts ruling during the hearing. The Proposed Supplemental Protective Order must be filed on the docket by 5/20/2026. Written Order to follow: No. Attorney for Plaintiffs: Jascha Clark, Ian McLaughlin. Attorney for Defendants: Lance Sorenson, David Wolf. Room: Electronic/Zoom. (Time Start: 10:35 a.m., Time End: 11:20 a.m., Room: Zoom)(reb) (Entered: 05/14/2026)
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The entry's text: BRIEF by C.Y., E.G., E.K., E.Y., H.H., L.K., L.K., M.T., O.H., S.H. and S.K. in 25-2497, 26-1002. Type of Brief: OPENING/RESPONSE. Do any cases pending in this court or the Supreme Court of the United States raise similar issues? NO.. [1001985953] [25-2497, 26-1002]--[Edited 05/28/2026 by AB to modify docket text; Edited 05/28/26 by RP - disclosure statement added] Emerson Sykes [Entered: 05/27/2026 03:12 PM]
The entry's text: JUDGE ORDER:Denying [5630903-2] petition for enbanc rehearing filed by Appellees Iowa Safe Schools, Belinda Scarrott, Richard Carlson, Ulrike Carlson, Eric Saylor, Brigit Stevens, Joseph Stevens, Lara Newsom, Daniel Gutmann, John Doe and Alyson Telford. The petition for panel rehearing is also denied., PUBLISHED ORDER. Hrg Jan 2026 [5639195] [25-2186] (CRJ) [Entered: 05/12/2026 12:07 PM]
The entry's text: AMENDED ORDER Setting Hearing on Motion 93 MOTION for Protective Order and Memorandum in Support : Motion Hearing is RESET for 5/13/2026 at 10:30 AM in SLCU - CVB *virtual Court Via Zoom Conference* before Magistrate Judge Cecilia M. Romero. Signed by Magistrate Judge Cecilia M. Romero on 5/7/2026. (jrm) (Entered: 05/07/2026)
The entry's text: REQUEST to Submit for Decision re 115 Memorandum in Support of Motion,,, 114 Memorandum in Opposition to Motion, 109 Amended MOTION to Dismiss and Memorandum in Support and Request for Hearing on Motion filed by Plaintiffs Elana K. Arnold, Caged Bird Legacy, Parent Doe #1, Student Doe #1, Parent Doe #2, Student Doe #2, Ellen Hopkins, Kurt Vonnegut Estate, The, Amy Reed. (Clark, Jascha) (Entered: 04/28/2026)
The entry's text: ORDER Setting Hearing on Motion 93 MOTION for Protective Order and Memorandum in Support: Motion Hearing set for 5/29/2026 at 10:00 AM in SLCU - CVB *virtual Court Via Zoom Conference* before Magistrate Judge Cecilia M. Romero. Signed by Magistrate Judge Cecilia M. Romero on 4/28/2026. (jrm) (Entered: 04/28/2026)
The entry's text: RESPONSE in Support re 69 MOTION for Preliminary Injunction Modification filed by C.Y., E.G., E.K., E.Y., H.H., L.K.(by and through parent and next friend Anna Kenkel), M.T., O.H., S.H., S.K.. (Callahan, Matthew) (Entered: 04/29/2026)
The entry's text: RESPONSE in Opposition re 81 MOTION for an Indicative Ruling Pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 62.1 filed by C.Y., E.G., E.K., E.Y., H.H., L.K.(by and through parent and next friend Anna Kenkel), M.T., O.H., S.H., S.K.. (Callahan, Matthew) (Entered: 05/07/2026)
The entry's text: TEXT ORDER granting 61 Motion to Withdraw as Attorney. Attorney Emma R. Leibowitz terminated. Entered by Honorable Judge Myron H. Thompson on 7/18/25. (DH) (Entered: 07/18/2025)
The entry's text: Supplemental Declaration of TAYLOR WASHINGTON re 275 MOTION for Attorney Fees and Costs filed by PEN AMERICAN CENTER INC. (WASHBURN, TAYLOR) Modified on 3/24/2026 to match the pdf attached in ECF. (mb). (Entered: 03/23/2026)
The entry's text: ACTION REQUIRED BY MAGISTRATE JUDGE: Chambers of MAGISTRATE JUDGE ZACHARY C BOLITHO notified that action is needed Re: 259 Response in Opposition to Motion to Compel. (jfj)
The entry's text: ACTION REQUIRED BY DISTRICT JUDGE: Chambers of JUDGE T KENT WETHERELL II notified that action is needed Re: 262 MOTION to Withdraw as Attorney. (alb)
The entry's text: ORDER re 241 & 255 Motions to Compel. The motions to compel (Docs. 241, 255 ) are DENIED without prejudice as moot. Signed by MAGISTRATE JUDGE ZACHARY C BOLITHO on 2/19/2026. (mb) (Entered: 02/19/2026)
The entry's text: ORDER of USCA as to 250 Notice of Appeal. The motion for an extension of time to and including February 23, 2026 to file Appellants' reply brief is GRANTED. USCA No. 25-13298. (mb) (Entered: 02/06/2026)
The entry's text: ACTION REQUIRED BY MAGISTRATE JUDGE: Chambers of MAGISTRATE JUDGE ZACHARY C BOLITHO notified that action is needed Re: 285 RESPONSE in Opposition re 275 MOTION for Attorney Fees and Costs and Memorandum of Law. (mb)
The entry's text: DECLARATION OF TAYLOR WASHBURN re 275 Plaintiff PEN AMERICAN CENTER INC's MOTION for Determination of Entitlement to Fees and Costs filed by PEN AMERICAN CENTER INC. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A) (WASHBURN, TAYLOR) Modified on 3/6/2026 to correct docket text to match pdf attached. (mb). (Entered: 03/05/2026)
The entry's text: NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT of Defendant's Motion to Compel Proceedings held on December 2, 2025, before Judge Zachary C. Bolitho. Court Reporter/Transcriber Heidi M. Doogan. Telephone number (850)470-8189. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. Redaction Request due 1/27/2026. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/27/2026. (hmd) (Entered: 01/20/2026)
The entry's text: ORDER re 285 Response in Opposition to 275 Motion. The motion (Doc. 275 ) is DENIED. Signed by MAGISTRATE JUDGE ZACHARY C BOLITHO on 3/26/2026. (mb) (Entered: 03/26/2026)
The entry's text: ORDER granting 278 Motion to Withdraw as Counsel. That the motion is GRANTED, and attorney Nicole Sieb Smith has no further obligation to represent Defendant in this case. The Clerk shall terminate Ms. Smith as counsel of record for Defendant in CM/ECF. Attorney NICOLE SIEB SMITH terminated. Signed by JUDGE T KENT WETHERELL II on 3/12/2026. (mb) (Entered: 03/12/2026)
The entry's text: RESPONSE to Motion re 269 MOTION to Amend/Correct 219 Amended Complaint filed by ESCAMBIA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Pls' Initial Disclosures) (GROSHOLZ, JEFFREY) (Entered: 01/29/2026)
The entry's text: ORDER re 277 Motion to Withdraw as COUNSEL. That the motion is GRANTED, and attorney John Thomas Langford has no further obligation to represent Plaintiffs in this case. The Clerk shall terminate Mr. Langford as counsel of record for Plaintiffs in CM/ECF. Attorney JOHN THOMAS LANGFORD terminated. Signed by JUDGE T KENT WETHERELL II on 3/12/2026. (mb) (Entered: 03/12/2026)
The entry's text: ACTION REQUIRED BY MAGISTRATE JUDGE: Chambers of MAGISTRATE JUDGE ZACHARY C BOLITHO notified that action is needed Re: 281 Consent MOTION for Extension of Time to File Response/Reply as to 275 MOTION for Attorney Fees and Costs . Referred to ZACHARY C BOLITHO. (mb)