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Temporary injunction in IMLS lawsuit prompts library funding concerns, Norwood staff say
Summary
At the May 13 meeting the library director shared news of a federal judge's temporary injunction in a lawsuit over the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Staff warned the board that, without federal administration in place, Massachusetts's MBLC could lack funds to run mandated services and support e-resources.
A staff member told the Town of Norwood Library Board on May 13 that a federal judge had issued a temporary injunction in litigation brought by 21 state attorneys general over the Trump administration's attempt to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
The staff member summarized media coverage and counsel input, saying the injunction required the federal office to “cease and desist and hire back employees, return money except for anybody who hasn't actually met their grant requirements.”…
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