2010 Maryland Code
EDUCATION
TITLE 23 - LIBRARIES
Subtitle 1 - State Library Agencies
Section 23-101 - Findings and policy of State.
§ 23-101. Findings and policy of State.
(a) Findings.- The General Assembly finds:
(1) That public library resources and services are essential components of the educational system; and
(2) That libraries stimulate awareness and understanding of critical social issues, and assist individuals in reaching their highest potential for self-development.
(b) Policy.- It is the policy of this State:
(1) To continue the orderly development and maintenance of library facilities and services throughout this State, in collaboration with the counties; and
(2) To develop coordinated programs and services among libraries and institutions to:
(i) Provide the widest possible access to the library and information resources of this State; and
(ii) Insure more effective and economical services to all library users.
[An. Code 1957, art. 77, § 162; 1978, ch. 22, § 2.]
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