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WSL | Federal Library Funding in Washington

Federal funds are provided through the Institute of Museum of Library Services (IMLS) in support of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Grants to States Program.

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What does this cost?

  • Federal funding covers more than 50% of the $66,500 cost for public libraries. 
  • Federal funding also covers 0.4 FTE ($30,000) to administer the program and manage the vendor.