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Amplify the ALA’s message
Grab and go content: Federal library funding supports programs, services, and resources that are critical to [NAME} county. People here depend on access to computers and the internet for school, work, and health. Our libraries are central to our communities. Your...
Libraries are more than books
Suggested image: It's always better to use an image from your library. If you don't have one handy, feel free to use this one: Suggested Text: 📚 Libraries are so much more than just the resources they offer—they’re the heart of a community, especially in small towns....
It’s time to speak up
It’s time to speak up for libraries! Libraries need everyone’s voices now more than ever. Federal funding is at risk, and we can’t stay quiet. Speak up, take action, and tell your legislators why libraries matter! https://mywisconsinlibrary.org/...
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Wisconsin’s Ron Johnson leads Senate Republican opposition to Trump’s signature budget bill
From WPR: "A budget bill that would form the cornerstone of President Donald Trump’s agenda passed the U.S. House last week with support from all...
Trump administration fires Librarian of Congress and nation’s top copyright official
The Trump administration has fired the nation’s top copyright official, Shira Perlmutter, days after abruptly terminating the head of the Library of...
Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from dismantling library services agency
By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) Updated 5:10 PM CDT, May 2, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge agreed to temporarily block the...
Wisconsin libraries brace for steep drop in services under federal funding cuts
From the Wisconsin Examiner, April 21, 2025 Wisconsin libraries brace for steep drop in services under federal funding cuts
News quick links
- 4/21/25 Wisconsin libraries brace for steep drop in services under federal funding cuts, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- 4/4/25 Wisconsin attorney general sues Trump to stop dismantling of funding supporting libraries and museums, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- 3/31/25 Federal News Network: IMLS closed
- 3/27/25 Small Wisconsin libraries might be hit hard as Trump targets federal funding – WPR
- Kenosha Public Library: detailed press release/blog with explanation, links, and action steps.
- Library funding mini zine: download the funding mini zine pdf and instructions
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