1. United States
2. Va.
3. Letter

As your constituent, I need you to know how much our community values libraries and library services. Library day is my favorite day of the week because I take my kid there, we pick out new books, and then we spend the rest of the day reading. As a mom of two young kids, this time is glorious. In any way you can, I urge you to oppose the White House's attempt to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the only federal agency that ensures every community has access to library funding. IMLS plays a crucial role in daily life, helping students, families, veterans, small businesses, job seekers, individuals with disabilities, and seniors. Despite libraries (of all types) receiving only 0.003% of the federal budget, libraries provide free, impartial resources that serve everyone. Eliminating IMLS would be a devastating blow to essential community services. I oppose any effort to defund IMLS and urge you to use your position in Congress to protect IMLS funding in the next fiscal year. Please do everything you can to protect our libraries at the federal level.