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We love connecting with librarians, and we will be at #SUNYLA2026 to talk ORCID, open-source research material, savings on e-content and more. Come see us June 16-18 in Brockport!

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SUNYLA 2026 Currents of Change Navigating Librarianship in a Rapidly Evolving World SUNY Brockport
June 3, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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New York State Senators are championing libraries as vital community anchors, urging increased funding and recognizing their evolving roles in literacy, technology, and public health.

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Senate honors libraries and urges support as services expand beyond books
Senators unanimously supported a resolution memorializing the governor to proclaim April 2026 as Library Week, with floor speeches highlighting libraries’ roles in literacy, broadband access, workforce training, and community services and calls for increased funding and operational support.
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May 1, 2026 at 1:14 AM
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The CCSD Board of Education's recent decision to declare certain library books obsolete has sparked a heated debate about the value of diverse literature in schools.

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Board Votes to Dispose of Obsolete Library Books Amid Debates on Collection Value
Board approves resolution to declare library books obsolete, prompting discussions on library purpose.
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July 17, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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New York's Senate Committee is taking a bold step to enhance library access and promote literacy with groundbreaking new bills, including the Freedom to Read Act!

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Senate Committee approves multiple library bills including Freedom to Read Act
Senate committee advances several library-focused bills during the first meeting of 2025.
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April 8, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Parents are raising alarms about the decline of library services in elementary schools, arguing that a return to traditional programs is crucial for improving literacy skills in the wake of COVID-19.

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Parents confront school board over declining library usage in elementary education
Parents demand a return to traditional library programs to boost reading skills in schools.
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February 28, 2025 at 5:39 AM