Protect federal library funding - essential public resources

Federal funding for libraries is essential for ensuring access to education, resources, and community services for all Americans. Libraries play a vital role in promoting literacy, providing internet access, supporting job seekers, and offering engaging programs for children and adults. By eliminating the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the only federal agency dedicated to library funding, the administration is threatening to undermine these crucial public institutions. The modest federal investment in libraries through IMLS translates into invaluable services and opportunities for millions of citizens across the country, especially in rural and underserved areas. Cutting off this funding would be a disservice to communities that rely on libraries as hubs for learning, personal growth, and civic engagement. I urge you to protect funding for IMLS and stand up for the rights of all Americans to access the resources, technologies, and knowledgeable staff that libraries provide. Our libraries enrich our society and deserve robust support, not budget cuts that will diminish their ability to serve the public good. Libraries are trusted spaces that strengthen our communities - please ensure they can continue their essential work.