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EveryLibrary Endorses the Keep Libraries Funded Campaign Opposing Florida Amendment 3

September 08, 2026

EveryLibrary is proud to be a national member of the Keep Libraries Funded Coalition, a statewide effort of local library foundations, Friends groups, and library supporters working to help Floridians understand what Amendment 3 will mean for public library services.

Falling for Publishing 2026 on EveryLibrary Live! - September 21 to 24

September 02, 2026

Meet the publishing industry professionals behind the books, ebooks, and audiobooks we love.

Statement on Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's "War on Books"

August 26, 2026

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has made school library censorship part of his 2026 reelection-year political agenda this week. He recently declared, “We’re coming for the books,” and announced his intention to pursue legislation that will punish Texas public schools if he believes that they have the wrong books in their school libraries. He said that even a single book he dislikes could cost a school or district an entire letter grade on the state accountability system. 

EveryLibrary Calls on Arkansas Legislature to Repeal and Replace Act 372

August 21, 2026

EveryLibrary is calling on the Arkansas General Assembly to repeal and replace Act 372, the 2023 law that has placed librarians, educators, booksellers, readers, and communities across the state under an unnecessary and dangerous censorship regime.

We Haven't Forgotten about IMLS in FY2027

August 20, 2026

We've been fighting book bans, but we haven't forgotten that President Trump once again proposed defunding the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) for Fiscal Year 2027.

Register for the 'Get Funded' Course from Library Journal and EveryLibrary

August 19, 2026

We're partnering with Library Journal to bring you a new course to help you fund your library.

Voting No to Save the Library 2024

August 18, 2026

While some ballot measures secure additional funding for public libraries, others are attempts at defunding these important public institutions. In previous years, EveryLibrary has tracked library ballot measures in hundreds of local elections with the goal of protecting libraries against censorship attacks and promoting access to information by ensuring library funding.

EveryLibrary Celebrates Massachusetts Freedom to Read Law and Calls for the Work to Continue

August 18, 2026

EveryLibrary celebrates Governor Maura Healey’s signing of Massachusetts’ new Freedom to Read law, "An Act Regarding Free Expression", an important new public law for readers, students, families, librarians, and educators who believe that decisions about library collections should be guided by professional standards rather than political pressure.

What Voters Told Us in Missouri and Michigan: Information, Engagement, and Turnout Win Library Elections

August 09, 2026

Voters delivered decisive victories for two public libraries this election season. The Webster Groves Public Library in Missouri earned an overwhelming 82.79% yes vote, while the Paw Paw District Library in Michigan secured approval of its millage with 67.99% of the vote. EveryLibrary was proud to provide pro bono training and ongoing support to both library communities.

Statement on the Senate Book Ban Bill

July 21, 2026

EveryLibrary strongly opposes S. 4925, legislation that we believe would accelerate book banning in America's schools and undermine every student's right to read.
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