IA HF284

Public libraries would become ineligible for Enrich Iowa program state assistance if they are dues-paying members of nationwide nonprofit organizations that promote library-related legislation and engage in federal and state advocacy efforts

Libraries would also be disqualified from funding if they are dues-paying members of state-level nonprofit organizations that promote library legislation and engage in advocacy at federal, state, and local levels

The Enrich Iowa program, administered by the Department of Administrative Services, provides direct state assistance to public libraries, supports open access programs, incentivizes compliance with performance measures, and reduces inequities in library service delivery

Current eligibility requirements include being established by city ordinance or as a library district, submitting required documentation to DAS, and participating in library resource and information sharing programs established by the state library