Legislative Update -- August 24, 2023

August 24, 2023

Libraries have long believed that when taxpayers fund scientific research, the public should have access to the information that results. Unfortunately, after years of bipartisan progress, some in Congress are now trying to put a stop to this. Libraries have won hard-earned advances on this issue over the George W. Bush, Obama, Trump, and now Biden Administrations.

Public access to research helps not only researchers, but also students, healthcare providers, patients, and innovators. Unfortunately, a new House appropriations bill includes a provision that would block a Biden Administration order that ensures public access to unclassified research.

We must remind Congress why access to information is vital for libraries and the users we serve. As Congress comes back from the August recess, tell them to remove this provision and protect public access!

Protect Public Access to Information.

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