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Library trustees note potential impact from federal IMLS cuts; local effects uncertain

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Trustees reviewed correspondence about the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and a possible federal reduction in funding; staff said most state allocations remain through the current fiscal year but some special projects were terminated and future state reallocation could reduce local funding next fiscal year.

Library staff summarized recent correspondence from regional library leaders about the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the possible effect of federal action on state library funding.

Staff said the transcripts and emails shared by Sarah Seguigian (Massachusetts regional director) and Maureen Emiat (Massachusetts library commission director) indicate IMLS staff have been placed on administrative…

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