US EditionWashington libraries concerned over Trump's executive order
- An executive order from President Donald Trump will eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which funds libraries and museums across the U.S. And supports programs worth $3.9 million for the Washington State Library.
- The American Library Association warned that removing federal funding would harm libraries, impacting education, jobs, and community programs.
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Trump administration moves to shutter library agency
The Trump administration on Monday placed the staff of the Institute of Museum and Library Services on administrative leave, setting the stage for potentially ending the main source of federal support for the country's museums and libraries.
Trump Order Threatens University Libraries, Museums
The president disbanded the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Academic researchers, librarians and museum professionals say defunding the agency undermines their commitment to education. A $10,000 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services is allowing a tribal college in northern Michigan to continue offering library services during a building renovation. The IMLS, which is the largest federal funding source for U.S.
Madison Children's Museum asking for community support amid federal cuts
Madison Children's Museum officials say President Donald Trump's executive order slashing the Institute of Museum and Library Services could have a significant impact on the museum's operations.
Trump order targeting Institute of Museum and Library Services could potentially affect Texas museums
An executive order from President Donald Trump last week called for eliminating non-statutory requirements from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and other government entities on March 14.The order said that the head of the institute is expected to explain what functions the entity is statutorily required to serve to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget within seven days.That deadline is Friday, March 21.After th…
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