Illinois SB1550 amends the Illinois Library System Act to establish a program of state grants for library systems and public libraries.
Illinois SB1550 amends the Illinois Library System Act to establish a program of state grants for library systems and public libraries. The grants include annual equalization grants, library system grants, per capita grants to public libraries, and planning and construction grants. The bill also provides for grants to improve or enhance security of libraries. The grants are distributed based on the population of the area served and the tax revenue obtained from the current levy. The State Librarian administers the program of state grants in accordance with rules and regulations.
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