2020 Oklahoma Statutes
Title 65. Public Libraries
§65-1-103. Purpose.
It is the purpose of the Oklahoma Library Code to accomplish this policy by providing for:
(a) Creation of the Oklahoma Department of Libraries to discharge the responsibility and exercise the authority of the State of Oklahoma for adequate library facilities and services in and for state government and throughout the state.
(b) Establishment, development and operation of libraries and library systems throughout the state with the goal of providing adequate library services to all the people of the state.
(c) Financial support for libraries with guidelines for maximum economy and effectiveness in use of all funds.
(d) Cooperation with other state agencies, federal agencies and private organizations in effecting the purposes of this Code.
Added by Laws 1967, c. 45, § 1-103, emerg. eff. April 6, 1967.
