VT librarians react to Trump’s executive order that intends to reduce federal funding

Trump’s executive order threatens funding for libraries

A reader warns that President Trump’s recent executive order threatens funding for libraries.

VT librarians react to Trump’s executive order that intends to reduce federal funding

The Institute of Museum and Library Services was among the seven federal agencies that were on the order that was signed on March 14.

Trump plans to dismantle an agency that helps fund libraries. What does that mean for Texas?

The Institute of Museum and Library Services was among seven federal agencies dismantled by executive order.

The U.S. president wants to reduce to the maximum the grants allocated to the Institute of Museums and Libraries Services, the largest federal agency in the sector. He formalized this in a decree published on 14 March, causing a lifting of shields of the associations.

Monterey museums and libraries brace for budget cuts after Trump administration's decision

The Trump administration's plan to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services could significantly impact Monterey's libraries and museums, prompting local leaders to urge community action.

IMLS funding cuts: A major blow to rural libraries

Michelle Swane, director, Ozark Regional Library The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is the only federal agency dedicated to supporting American libraries. While IMLS represents just 0.003% of the federal budget, its funding is vital to libraries nationwide. These funds are typically distributed to the Missouri State Library (MOSL) through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), supporting statewide initiatives and librar…