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Supporting Library Staff and Services: Funding, Free Access, and Worker Rights.

The US Senate expresses strong support for library staff, recognizing them as essential community cornerstones providing internet access, educational resources, and social service links. The resolution calls for full funding of library services at all government levels to ensure citizens maintain free and unfettered access to information and resources. It also defends the civil rights of library workers, including their right to organize and speak out against threats to access.
Key points
Calls for prioritizing full funding for library services (Federal, State, Local) to ensure the continuation and improvement of essential community resources, including internet access.
Reaffirms the fundamental right of citizens to free and unrestricted access to information, opposing censorship in library collections.
Supports the rights of library workers to organize, collectively bargain, and exercise their duties without fear of threats or intimidation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_637
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2024-04-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries in the United States and the essential services those libraries provide to communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social service and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens of the United States to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_637.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Calls for prioritizing full funding for library services (Federal, State, Local) to ensure the continuation and improvement of essential community resources, including internet access.
  • Reaffirms the fundamental right of citizens to free and unrestricted access to information, opposing censorship in library collections.
  • Supports the rights of library workers to organize, collectively bargain, and exercise their duties without fear of threats or intimidation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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