New York S06870 mandates a study on state public libraries' access to capital funding, assessing their needs and recommending improvements.

New York S06870 requires the Department of Education, in consultation with the Dormitory Authority, the Office of the State Comptroller, and public library systems, to conduct a study on the capital funding access for state public libraries and library systems. The study will identify the capital needs of public libraries and association libraries, assess alternative financing options, and provide recommendations for improving access to capital funding. The findings will be reported to state officials and posted on the New York State Library's website by January 1, 2027.

New York S06870 mandates a study on state public libraries' access to capital funding, assessing their needs and recommending improvements.

New York S06870 requires the Department of Education, in consultation with the Dormitory Authority, the Office of the State Comptroller, and public library systems, to conduct a study on the capital funding access for state public libraries and library systems. The study will identify the capital needs of public libraries and association libraries, assess alternative financing options, and provide recommendations for improving access to capital funding. The findings will be reported to state officials and posted on the New York State Library's website by January 1, 2027.