H.C.R. No. 50 Summary

• Urges Ohio members of Congress to seek a solution ensuring public access to e-book materials through public libraries.

• Notes that 8.8 million Ohioans hold library cards and public libraries operate 1.8 million hours annually providing free access to information.

• Identifies that major publishers refuse to sell or license e-books to public libraries, preventing libraries from meeting customer demand for digital reading materials.

• States that publisher restrictions on e-book access limit information access to only those who can afford to purchase materials directly.

• Requires the House Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to the Ohio Governor, Ohio Congressional members, Ohio public libraries, and state news media.