Summary

Declares congressional findings on the role of libraries and library staff in supporting education, public health, and democracy, objects to the elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services via Executive Order 14238, and raises concerns about book bans, censorship, and threats to library workers. Recognizes libraries’ service during crises, notes unionization efforts among library staff, and designates April 6–12, 2025 as National Library Week.

• Expresses congressional findings on the community, educational, and democratic importance of libraries and library staff.
• Formally objects to Executive Order 14238 that eliminates the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
• Warns that eliminating IMLS would harm services to rural, Tribal, and underserved communities.
• Calls attention to harms from book bans, censorship, and harassment or threats against library workers.
• Cites data from EveryLibrary Institute and PEN America documenting threats and censorship activity.
• Notes libraries’ roles during crises such as the COVID–19 pandemic and the opioid epidemic.
• Recognizes and notes library staff unionization efforts.
• Designates April 6–12, 2025 as National Library Week.
• Is a nonbinding congressional statement of findings and observance rather than a law-changing or funding measure.