Expressing support for the staff of this Nation's public, school, academic, and special libraries and the essential services they provide to our communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social services and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.

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Summary of Bill HRES 324

Bill 118 HRES 324, titled "Expressing support for the staff of this Nation's public, school, academic, and special libraries and the essential services they provide to our communities," aims to recognize the important role that library staff play in providing essential services to communities across the United States. The bill emphasizes the need for funding that reflects the wide range of social services and community supports that libraries offer.

Additionally, the bill highlights the importance of preserving the right of all citizens to freely access information and resources in their communities. It also advocates for supporting a strong union voice for library workers and defending the civil rights of library staff.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 324 seeks to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of library staff, while also advocating for the resources and support needed to continue providing valuable services to communities nationwide.

Congressional Summary of HRES 324

This resolution recognizes that libraries and library workers provide critical infrastructure for the United States and supports the prioritization of full funding of library services. It reaffirms (1) the fundamental right of people to access information, (2) the fundamental right of library workers to organize and collectively bargain at work, and (3) the civil rights of library workers to exercise their responsibilities to the public without threats or intimidation.

The resolution also recognizes the right of library workers to speak out on matters of public concern.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 324

Bill HRES 324 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill HRES 324 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2023. Bill HRES 324's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of April 25, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 324

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Arts, Culture, Religion

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 324

Expressing support for the staff of this Nation's public, school, academic, and special libraries and the essential services they provide to our communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social services and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.