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ARPA News and funding
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American Rescue Plan Budget Recommendations
ALA releases American Rescue Plan state funding resource for libraries
What the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Means to State and Local Governments
Stimulus Package Means Billions for State and Local Tech
Federal Government Invests $200M in Libraries and Museums to Stimulate American Communities
Libraries gain record increases for IMLS, E-rate in federal relief plan
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Institute of Museum and Library Services
Native American Library Services: Enhancement Grants
Federal Communications Commission
E-Rate: Universal Service Program for Schools and Libraries
EveryLibrary
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Alaska Libraries and School
Arizona State Library
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Iowa State Library
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Nevada State Library, Archives & Public Records
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RI Office of Library & Informational Services
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Tennessee State Library & Archives
Texas State Library & Archives Commission
Utah State Library
Vermont Department of Libraries
Library of Virginia
Washington State Library
West Virginia Library Commission
Division for Libraries & Technology
Wyoming State Library
CITY FUNDING
National League of Cities
County FUNDING
National Association of Counties
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Funding resources

Webinar: How to access maximum ARPA funds – a live keynote with EveryLibrary
John Chrastka of EveryLibrary explains where else to look for library funding in the massive ARPA legislation

ARPA Provides Billions in Library-Eligible Funding
After nearly 15 months of pandemic-related closures and looming budget shortfalls, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

Webinar: Digital sharing and collection development strategies beyond Covid-19
A collaborative discussion with two library leaders adjusting their collection development strategies to meet the evolving needs of patrons.