12/16/25-- (Adapted from ALA)

As you may have heard, libraries have been celebrating the reinstatement of all previously canceled federal grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. We know how important this funding is for libraries and their communities. And that’s why we’re not stopping. 

New legislation introduced in Congress has the potential to provide more resources to school libraries in every state. We need our elected officials to show up for school libraries.  

Introduced by Representative Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) in the House and Senator Jack Reed (RI) in the Senate, the Right to Read Act would provide resources to local school districts so that every child has access to an effective school library staffed by a certified school librarian and up-to-date materials. The bill would codify protections for librarians and educators who are doing the vital work of showing students how to read, access, and assess information.  

Library Legislative Day 2025 Group Photo

MLA supports efforts of advocacy for the mission of ALL Minnesota’s libraries. MLA advocates for critical funding, intellectual freedom, access to information, and school media specialists in every school. 

The Legislative Committee ensures that all types of libraries are included in the legislative process.   This committee, along with a host of other volunteers have worked together to create these following documents and experiences to help guide library advocates during the legislative process.