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Who can be a library advocate? Anyone who cares about Iowa's libraries!
Library advocates play a key role in educating our communities about why libraries and librarians are essential in an information society. While the Iowa Library Association is ably represented by professional lobbyists, the voices heard from around Iowa make the difference in the success or failure of legislation.
There are many ways to become a library advocate:
If you are not already a member, join ILA! There is strength in numbers and your voice, when joined with others, makes us all a more powerful force in Des Moines.
Visit the ILA website for the legislative agenda; legislative alerts; and information about organized legislative activities such as Lobby From Home Day and the Legislative Reception.
Get to Know Your Elected Officials. Invite them to library events and add them to your mailing list. Regular communication with key officials and their staff is important year-round. Legislators who know and understand the value of libraries in their community are powerful friends in Des Moines.
Participate in organized legislative events such as Lobby From Home Day and the Legislative Reception.
Advocating for Libraries in a Tough Economy
House email addresses
Senate email addresses
Federal Legislator Contact Information
1999 - 2007 Funding History
Libraries are an Essential Service
IA Public Library Statistics 1995 - 2005
Lobbyists: Amy Campbell amy@IALobby.com
Craig Patterson craig@IALobby.com
Page updated 2-8-10
Regularly check ILA's legislative Updates to stay up to date on legislative issues.
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