Committee: | Legislative |
Purpose: | The Legislative Committee arranges to represent NDLA before legislative interim and standing committees considering issues pertinent to libraries: Tracks, develops, supports, and communicates library-related legislation to the organization as needed Works with the State Library on legislative matters Works with a legislative consulting firm during years when the North Dakota Library Association contracts with one Coordinates legislative priorities from NDLA sections & committees Coordinates the nomination and selection of individuals who meet the Library Champion Award criteria |
Committee Officers |
The Committee Chair is appointed by the NDLA President and may serve concurrent terms of office The President-Elect is a member of the Legislative committee during a legislative year Meetings are held on an as-needed basis |
CurrentBusiness | We need committee members! The next legislative biennium begins in January of 2023. We need to start gearing up to monitor bills and offer testimony on issues related to libraries in North Dakota. If you think you might be interested in helping NDLA participate in the state legislative process... |