HB4261 amends the Illinois Library System Act to increase funding for state grants to public libraries, library systems, and school libraries.
HB4261 amends the Illinois Library System Act to enhance funding for state grants to public libraries, library systems, and school libraries. The bill introduces a program of state grants administered by the State Librarian, including annual equalization grants, Library System grants, per capita grants to public libraries, and planning and construction grants. It also increases funding for school library grants. The bill ensures that grants are distributed based on population and area served, with adjustments made if appropriated funds are insufficient.
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