Statement on Rescinding E.O. 14084
Rescinding E.O. 14084 will have serious negative implications for libraries, museums, and the broader cultural sector.
On day one of his new administration, President Trump revoked Executive Order 14084 on "Promoting the Arts, the Humanities, and Museum and Library Services", a 2022 action by the Biden Administration. This repeal has serious negative implications for libraries, museums, and the broader cultural sector.
Executive Order 14084 elevated the importance of the arts, humanities, museums, and libraries as critical to democracy and public life. It emphasized federal investment in cultural and educational infrastructure.
The revocation of Executive Order 14084, which is part of an expansive 'Day One' Order by President Trump, is a direct blow to the recognition and support of libraries, museums, and cultural organizations as pillars of society. It risks undermining their ability to serve as equitable access points for education, cultural preservation, and civic engagement, all while signaling a broader dismissal of their importance.
This decision not only hinders these institutions but also weakens the communities that rely on them.