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Libraries, veterans and literacy advocates urge restoration of state library funding

California State Assembly, Budget Subcommittee No. 3 on Education Finance · March 3, 2026
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Summary

During public comment the Braille Institute, library coalitions and veterans urged the subcommittee to restore California Library Services Act funding, extend ESL literacy grants and protect summer meal and outreach programs serving vulnerable residents.

After panel testimony on financial aid, the committee heard public comment on the California State Library budget and related items.

Representatives from the Braille Institute and the Blinded Veterans Association thanked the committee for restoring budget support this year and urged lawmakers to keep funding in the final budget so blind and low-vision patrons can…

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