Saving Libraries: It's a Critical Time for Funding Legislation
Posted On July 27, 2021 According to ALA, there are nearly 17,000 libraries nationwide totaling more than 210 million square feet, and the average U.S. public library building is more than 40 years old. Congress has not provided dedicated funding for library facilities since 1997. Insufficient capital funding has made it difficult for libraries to make improvements to their facilities, and President Joe Biden’s new infrastructure plan does not include any funding for libraries. Budget cuts are also pending for public libraries in New York ...
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