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Updates from the @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social Public Policy & Advocacy team in D.C. #LibrariesStrong #BuildLibraries #FundLibraries #eBooksForAll #ForOurLibraries

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ALA is proud to support the newly introduced Rebuild America's Schools Act, significant legislation that would enable facilities upgrades, renovations, & modernization for schools - & school libraries - across the country.

Learn more about the bill: democrats-edworkforce.house.gov/media/press-...
02.04.26 Education Leaders Propose Bill to Rebuild America’s Public Schools WASHINGTON – Today, House Committee on Education and Workforce Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D-VA-03), Congressman Donald Norcross (D-NJ-01), and Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) introduced the Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026. The legislation invests more than $130 billion in our schools’ physical and digital infrastructure, and the resources are targeted at high-poverty schools with facilities that pose health and safety risks to students and staff.
February 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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🎉Attend the ALA Virtual Event LIVE, and you’ll have a shot at one of 6 giveaways we’re hosting during the event. Save your spot, show up live, and see what happens. #ALAVirtual26

Not registered? It's not too late. Claim your spot now. https://www.ala.org/virtual-event
Image: Be there live for a chance to win one of six Giveaways! Images: ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition Logo PLA 2026 Conference Logo Poster set Images: 1) Mychal Threets 2) 2026 National Library Week Leadership Development Book Cover ALA Booklist Cover Six Book Series: Inquire, Include, Explore, Collaborate, Curate, Engage. Secure your spot now! Recharging in Challenging Times An ALA Virtual Event Feb. 10, 2026 FOR OUR LIBRARIES. American Library Association
February 6, 2026 at 12:15 AM
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We were so happy to see @mychal3ts.bsky.social tonight at @dcpubliclibrary.bsky.social Fun Pajama Storytime! Our team's Lisa Varga even brought along the newest ALA Read poster (grab a copy for yourself today: alastore.ala.org/mychal-three...).

Thanks for stopping by to spread library joy, Mychal!
Mychal Threets and Lisa Varga, posing together with a READ Poster featuring Mychal, holding a book featuring the character Grover. Mychal Threets signing a READ poster featuring himself at the DC Public Library.
February 5, 2026 at 1:09 AM
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New: Thanks to advocates from across the country, library funding was not only included in the FY26 federal budget, it was increased. Your advocacy made a difference for libraries!

Share your appreciation for the library funding measures: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag... #FundLibraries
Fund Libraries: Tell Congress to invest in libraries.
February 4, 2026 at 8:37 PM
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Join the Coretta Scott King Book Awards Round Table in celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth by reading an award-winning title each day during the month of February!
Check out their calendar of suggested books. ➡️ https://www.ala.org/cskbkhistorymonth
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Black and white poster featuring a portrait of a young Coretta Scott King. Text reads: "Coretta Scott King Book Awards Black History Month February. Join the Coretta Scott King Book Awards Round Table as we celebrate the life and legacy of Coretta Scott King by reading an award-winning title each day during the month of February!" Logos for the American Library Association (ALA) and CSKBART are included.
February 4, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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Minneapolis is more than a host city—it's a community.

Hear from Hennepin County Lib Dir Scott Duimstra as he shares what makes the city special—and why supporting local libraries and businesses matters as we look ahead to PLA 2026.

Learn more about #PLA2026: https://bit.ly/4ntENfO

#minneapolis
February 3, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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Join @amlibraries.bsky.social for the next AL Live, “Pathways and Specialties: Choosing the right LIS program" on Tues., Feb. 3 at 2 p.m. Eastern. Register for FREE at bit.ly/4pFB13R.
Sponsored by Old Dominion University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and University of Washington.
American Libraries Live. Pathways and Specialties: Chosing the right LIS Program. February 3, 2pm ET, Sponsored by Old Dominion University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and University of Washington.
February 3, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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🚨Today is the last day to SAVE $15 off your #ALAVirtual26 registration. Join library professionals and students for a day of ideas, learning, and lively conversation.

Don't wait any longer. Register and Save Now! https://www.ala.org/virtual-event

#ALAVirtual26
Image: Smiling male librarian handing books to a patron. Flash Sale Graphic Last Chance to Save $15 Off Your Registration through February 2, 2026, 11:59pm CT Recharging in Challenging Times An ALA Virtual Event Feb. 10, 2026 FOR OUR LIBRARIES. American Library Association
February 2, 2026 at 5:58 PM
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Is your library applying for #ERate discounts this year? Don't forget to keep track of upcoming deadlines!

Have questions? Join USAC's upcoming Pre-Commitment Process Q&A webinar! Register: register.gotowebinar.com#register/166...

More key dates: www.usac.org/e-rate/resou...
E-Rate Pre-Commitment Process: Question & Answer (Q&A) Session February 19, 2026 On Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 2 pm to 3 p.m. ET, the E-Rate subject matter experts will answer questions about the competitive bidding process, Category Two budgets, and the Eligible Services List. Register. This is recommended for applicants and service providers of all E-Rate experience levels. February 25, 2026 FY2024 Invoicing Deadline for Recurring Services Applicants and service providers must certify their invoices or ask for an invoice deadline extension by February 25, 2026 for FY2024 recurring services, if the applicant or service provider requested and received an invoice deadline extension of the original October 28, 2025 invoice deadline. Applicants and service providers must certify their invoices by this date, as USAC cannot grant a second invoice deadline extension. March 4, 2026 Last Day to File the FY2026 FCC Form 470 Wednesday, March 4, 2026, is the last day that you can submit and certify an FY 2026 FCC Form 470 and still wait the required minimum 28-day period.
January 30, 2026 at 6:34 PM
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The flash sale for #ALAVirtual26 ends TODAY at 11:59pm Central. Don't miss out on the opportunity to join us next week!

More info below ⤵️
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3 Days to Save $15 off all new registrations! The #ALAVirtual26 Flash Sale is NOW LIVE. Join us for this special day, designed just for you. A day to connect, reflect, and feel energized about the work you do. Sale ends Mon., Feb. 2, 11:59pm CT.

Register and SAVE! https://www.ala.org/virtual-event
Image: Photo of young female library worker. FLASH SALE Image Claim your spot - Register Now! Recharging in Challenging Times An ALA Virtual Event Feb. 10, 2026 FOR OUR LIBRARIES. American Library Association
February 2, 2026 at 1:58 PM
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3 Days to Save $15 off all new registrations! The #ALAVirtual26 Flash Sale is NOW LIVE. Join us for this special day, designed just for you. A day to connect, reflect, and feel energized about the work you do. Sale ends Mon., Feb. 2, 11:59pm CT.

Register and SAVE! https://www.ala.org/virtual-event
Image: Photo of young female library worker. FLASH SALE Image Claim your spot - Register Now! Recharging in Challenging Times An ALA Virtual Event Feb. 10, 2026 FOR OUR LIBRARIES. American Library Association
January 30, 2026 at 6:18 PM
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Is your library applying for #ERate discounts this year? Don't forget to keep track of upcoming deadlines!

Have questions? Join USAC's upcoming Pre-Commitment Process Q&A webinar! Register: register.gotowebinar.com#register/166...

More key dates: www.usac.org/e-rate/resou...
E-Rate Pre-Commitment Process: Question & Answer (Q&A) Session February 19, 2026 On Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 2 pm to 3 p.m. ET, the E-Rate subject matter experts will answer questions about the competitive bidding process, Category Two budgets, and the Eligible Services List. Register. This is recommended for applicants and service providers of all E-Rate experience levels. February 25, 2026 FY2024 Invoicing Deadline for Recurring Services Applicants and service providers must certify their invoices or ask for an invoice deadline extension by February 25, 2026 for FY2024 recurring services, if the applicant or service provider requested and received an invoice deadline extension of the original October 28, 2025 invoice deadline. Applicants and service providers must certify their invoices by this date, as USAC cannot grant a second invoice deadline extension. March 4, 2026 Last Day to File the FY2026 FCC Form 470 Wednesday, March 4, 2026, is the last day that you can submit and certify an FY 2026 FCC Form 470 and still wait the required minimum 28-day period.
January 30, 2026 at 6:34 PM
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✨We’re excited to announce our closing keynote: Robert R. Newlen, Acting Librarian of Congress, and Sam Helmick, ALA President.

Plus, for 3 days only, new registrations are $15 off! The sale begins tomorrow, Fri., Jan. 30, and ends on Mon., Feb. 2, at 11:59pm CT. https://www.ala.org/virtual-event
Image: Closing Keynote Photos of Acting Librarian of Congress Robert R. Newlen and ALA President Sam Helmick. Claim your spot - Register Now! Recharging in Challenging Times An ALA Virtual Event Feb. 10, 2026 FOR OUR LIBRARIES. American Library Association
January 29, 2026 at 11:50 PM
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The federal government's newest report on library facilities echoes what library workers have long known: libraries need funding for renovations and modernization.

Learn more about the report in the newest interview from Federal News Network: federalnewsnetwork.com/facilities-c...
Your local library may be a polling place, an emergency hub — and a building in crisis
"More than 40% of the nation's 16,000 libraries had building systems in poor repair. Those buildings won't be able to fulfill the missions," David Marroni said.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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Join @amlibraries.bsky.social for the next AL Live, “Pathways and Specialties: Choosing the right LIS program" on Tues., Feb. 3 at 2 p.m. Eastern. Register for FREE at bit.ly/4pFB13R.
Sponsored by Old Dominion University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and University of Washington.
American Libraries Live. Pathways and Specialties: Chosing the right LIS Program. February 3, 2pm ET, Sponsored by Old Dominion University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and University of Washington.
January 28, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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News: ALA welcomes the reintroduction of the Prison Libraries Act, legislation that would create a new federal grant program to support library services for incarcerated people.

Learn more about the bill and its proposed funding measures: www.ala.org/news/2026/01...
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January 27, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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Is there a young reader in your life? Check out the newest YMA-winning titles for recommendations and reads for every age.

Find out more ⤵️
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Dear young readers,

Sorry not sorry for all the extra reading, but you aren't going to want to miss any of these winning YMA titles. Check out the full list and max out your library holds.

Sincerely, ALA

ilovelibraries.org/article/2026...

#ALAyma
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Collage of ALA Youth Media Award honorees. ALA Youth Media Awards: The top books and digital media for children and young adults. The 2026 ALA Youth Media Award honorees—featuring the Newbery, Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Printz, and more—have been announced Check out the books young readers will be talking about all year
January 27, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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"Hundreds arrived amid a record-breaking cold snap and upwards of 10 inches of snow to celebrate all things youth literature. The energy was high and excitement hard to contain..."

Thanks for joining us at the 2026 Youth Media Awards!
January 27, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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#ALAYMA announcements are starting now! Watch live: ala.unikron.com
A filled banquet room at the Youth Media Awards
January 26, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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In Pasadena and across California, libraries are asking patrons how *they* use the library. Funded by federal grants, this program is aimed at ensuring library services reflect community needs: pasadenanow.com/main/pasaden...

Tell Congress to #FundLibraries: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...
Pasadena Library Asks Patrons: How do you use your library? Statewide survey runs Jan 26-31 to capture patron experiences across California.
January 23, 2026 at 7:08 PM
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New: The proposed budget released in the House would *increase* federal library funding through the Institute of Museum and Library Services!

As the Administration has sought to dismantle IMLS, Congress is choosing to #FundLibraries, all because of library advocates.

Stay tuned for more from ALA.
Fund Libraries - Tell Congress to invest in libraries
January 22, 2026 at 7:31 PM
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In Hawai'i, libraries are worried about what federal funding uncertainty could mean for next year's budgets: www.hawaiipublicradio.org/local-news/2...

Tell Congress to #FundLibraries and support communities in every state: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...
Hawaiʻi library system hopes to secure funding amid federal uncertainty
Hawaiʻi's library system is asking the state for $5 million to refurbish four Oʻahu libraries. It is also asking for an extra $1.5 million for security.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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New: Yesterday the Administration filed notice to appeal a recent decision in federal court which halted actions to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

IMLS grants are still in place while the court hears the appeal. The appeals process will take time. 1/2
Show up for our libraries. ALA American Library Association.
January 20, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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We will not let this news slow us down. We will keep showing up #ForOurLibraries. Because that's what we've always done.

Sign up to get updates on ALA's advocacy in Washington and for opportunities to make your voice heard: oneclickpolitics.global.ssl.fastly.net/messages/edi... 2/2
Show up for our libraries - ALA American Library Association
January 20, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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The kidlit event of the year is almost here. Join us Monday, January 26 at 10:00 a.m. CT for the 2026 ALA Youth Media Awards, including the Newbery, Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Printz, and so many more. Watch at ala.unikron.com or on the ALA Facebook page.

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2026 ALA Youth Media Awards live from Chicago! ALA150, American Library Association, Monday, January 26, 10:00 AM CT. ala.unikron.com
January 19, 2026 at 12:03 AM