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Henderson, Everett; Lonergan, James – Institute of Museum and Library Services, 2011
For over a half a century, State Library Administrative Agencies (SLAAs) have played a key role in the development and delivery of library services in the United States. While the organization and responsibilities of these agencies vary from state to state, they have two things in common: state-level planning for library services and…
Descriptors: Government Libraries, Library Services, Shared Resources and Services, Federal Legislation
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Gregory, Gwen – Public Libraries, 1999
Discusses the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), the new federal grant program for public libraries, and describes results of a survey of designated LSTA coordinators that was conducted to investigate how this new law has affected library development. Also examines changes from the LSCA (Library Services and Construction Act). (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Library Development, Public Libraries, Surveys
McClure, Charles R.; Ryan, Joe; Bertot, John Carlo – 2002
This study examines the role of external funding in the development of public library network resources and services, their identification, and their benefit and impact, particularly as they affect the digital divide. The study was conducted between February 2001 and January 2002, employing a range of data collection techniques, including site…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Federal Aid, Federal Programs, Internet