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EveryLibrary Endorses the Prison Libraries Act, an Important Step Towards Rehabilitation and Reintegration for Incarcerated Individuals

July 11, 2023

EveryLibrary, the national political action committee for libraries, announces its endorsement of H.R. 2825, the Prison Libraries Act of 2023, a vital legislative proposal aimed at expanding library resources in U.S., state, and territory correctional facilities. 

New Era for Niles-Maine Township Library

July 11, 2023

The Niles-Maine Township Library has gone through a very difficult and truly transformative period since the Spring 2021 trustee election that saw new board members start to dismantle the library from the inside. Their actions, including enacting a "temporary” hiring freeze and slashing the library's budget, have been detrimental to the library and the community it serves. The fight to safeguard the library was a long one - and was rather acrimonious at times.

Make this Independence Day Meaningful! Fight for the First Amendment

June 30, 2023

The attack on libraries and librarians has reached a fever pitch in the United States. We need our elected leaders to stand up against book bans!  

EveryLibrary In the News - April to June 2023

June 29, 2023

EveryLibrary has been in the news this spring with features, commentary, and reports about book bans, libraries on the ballot, and the role of librarians in America. Please enjoy this national and local news roundup from April to June 2023. 

Did you know we provide pro-bono campaign assistance to any library going to the voters?

June 28, 2023

Did you know that we provide pro-bono assistance to library campaigns and elections? Most recently, we were able to support the library levy in Great Falls, Montana.

Live Event Tonight - "97 - the Fight for the Freedom to Read" with Author Jodi Picoult

June 23, 2023

Join EveryLibrary tonight, Thursday, June 29, 2023, at 7 PM EDT, as we showcase the highly anticipated documentary, "97 - the Fight for the Freedom to Read" with author Jodi Picoult, three brave high school graduates from Beaufort fighting censorship and the team at Atomic Focus, the film's producer. 

New Report: Unpacking 2023 Legislation of Concern for Libraries

June 20, 2023

The recent wave of state legislation affecting libraries across the United States has been largely negative, with a focus on restricting access to certain materials, particularly those deemed harmful or inappropriate for minors.

Sign your library up for National Voter Registration Day!

June 16, 2023

Its that time of year again!  National Voter Registration Day will be held on September 19th 2023 so sign up your library to participate today! Last year we were able to sign up over 300 libraries to participate. This year we want to reach even more.

New eBook Bill Could Expand Reading in Massachusetts

June 12, 2023

Massachusetts libraries face a significant challenge in providing ebooks and audiobooks for our communities. They can only license these ebooks and audiobooks rather than purchase them outright, which comes at a steep cost.

A Win in Great Falls, MT

June 09, 2023

We're happy to share that the Great Falls Public Library levy passed with strong community support on the June 6, 2023 ballot. 
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