1. July 7, 2020

    Library Stabilization Fund Act Introduced in U.S. Congress, Legislation Would Establish a $2 Billion Fund to “Address Financial Losses and Bolster Library Services

    From ALA:

    Source: ALA

    The American Library Association (ALA) praised today’s introduction of the Library Stabilization Fund Act, introduced in both chambers by Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) and Representative Andy Levin (D-MI), respectively. The legislation would establish a $2 billion fund, administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, to address financial losses and bolster library services, with priority to the hardest-hit communities. 

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    Stabilization funding would support a range of library services to patrons, enabling libraries to:

    • Maintain core library services and keep nearly 370,000 library workers on the job
    • Purchase cleaning and PPE supplies and train staff for safe re-opening
    • Expand technology and services to keep millions of library users connected to the internet
    • Strengthen collections and programs to address needs such as remote learning, job skills, access to government services and early literacy

    The Library Stabilization Fund Act is endorsed by the following organizations:

    Association for Rural & Small Libraries
    Association of Research Libraries
    Brodart
    Chief Officers of State Library Agencies
    Common Sense Media
    Council of State Archivists
    Edge Consulting Partners
    Follett / Baker & Taylor
    International Dyslexia Association
    National Association of Elementary School Principals
    National Association of Secondary School Principals
    National Center for Families Learning 
    National Coalition for History
    National Coalition for Literacy
    National Digital Inclusion Alliance
    National Humanities Alliance
    National League of Cities
    OverDrive, Inc.
    Reading is Fundamental
    Reading Recovery Council of North America
    Reach Out and Read
    Society of American Archivists
    Urban Libraries Council

    Learn More, Read the Complete Announcement

    See Also: ALA Summary of Bill

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