Michigan Library Association

Federal Budget Update

On the evening of Wednesday, November 12, the longest government shutdown in our nation’s history came to an end. Largely along party lines, Congress passed a Continuing Resolution, a temporary funding measure that reopens and funds government operations through January 30, 2026.

Note From Dillon

As we near the end of the season, Michigan’s Congressional leaders will return to work in Washington after Labor Day. Over the summer, MLA and other organizations supporting libraries have sent communications to Congress, urging them to support federal funding for libraries. Before their August recess, the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee included a small increase and level funding for library programs. Now we need to remind the U.S. House of Representatives to follow suit.

Michigan Libraries Secured Increased Funding in FY2027 Budget—Please Take Five Minutes to Thank Your Legislators!

On Tuesday, July 21, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Michigan’s FY2027 budget into law. Thanks to your outreach and advocacy, Michigan libraries secured several key funding wins: While many state departments and agencies saw budget reductions, State Aid to Libraries saw a one-time increase of $375,000.

Annual Meeting Notice

Notice is hereby given to MLA members that the Annual Meeting will take place during MLA 2026 Annual Conference at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 3:00 – 4:00 PM. MLA 2026 Annual Conference registration is not required to attend the annual meeting and all members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Joint Letter Urging Congress to Fund IMLS

MLA and a coalition of associations representing Michigan’s libraries, museums, and historical societies have sent a joint letter to Congressional leaders urging them to support funding the Institute of Museum and Library Services in FY 2026.

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