Washington Office Annual Events
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- National Library Legislative Day (May 11 & 12, 2009)
- Freedom of Information Day Conference (March 16, 2009)
- Includes information about the Madison Awards
- Includes information about the Madison Awards
- Annual Conference (June 9–July 15, 2009)
- Midwinter Meeting (January 23-28 , 2009)
- Sunshine Week (March 15-21, 2009)
Latest Posts from the District Dispatch
- Rep. Ehlers brings libraries to forefront of discussion during literacy hearing
- District Dispatch is undergoing some changes
- ALA Washington Office submits testimony to House Education Committee on libraries’ role in improving literacy
- ALA Washington Office seeks nominations for 2009 Madison awards
- Apply for 2010 Google Policy Fellowship with ALA Washington Office
Legislative Action Center (LAC)
Updates on library-related legislation and direct contact with your legislative representatives.
Washington Office News
- ALA: Rep. Ehlers continues to be a strong voice for America’s libraries
- ALA Washington Office submits testimony to House Education Committee on libraries’ role in improving literacy
- ALA Washington Office seeks nominations for 2009 Madison awards
- House Re-introduces SKILLs ACT emphasizing role of school librarians
- ALA seeks nominations for 2010 L. Ray Patterson Copyright Award
- ALA: FCC’s consideration of net neutrality principles key to preserving free Internet
Issues & Advocacy: How to Get Involved
Online and grassroots advocacy training, library coalitions, register to vote and more.Libraries and the PATRIOT Act
What does the PATRIOT Act have to do with libraries?ALA Washington Office on Twitter
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