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txwhitedove

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10. Love the Cronkite quote, so true. I'm so worried about our local HCPL system that i messaged
Sun Mar 23, 2025, 01:21 PM
Mar 2025

local library. The answer I got back was non-committal with a quote of the ruling, but major funding is cut:

"How Do These Cuts Affect Harris County Public Library and its Patrons

IMLS funding for Texshare databases covers about 75% of HCPL’s cost. Texshare databases provide invaluable learning and educational opportunities for people of all ages. Library patrons have 24/7 access to resources on everything from health and wellness to car repair, programming manuals for IT professionals to business and finance research for small businesses and entrepreneurs, not to mention homework help for students of all ages, and resources for homeschooling families.
The more of HCPL’s budget that goes to library basics like databases, the less funds can go to programs and services that directly benefit families and communities, like early literacy and school readiness programs, basic computer literacy and skills training, and career and college counseling."

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