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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois Newsletter for Friday April 18, 2025 ( 4 items )  

ALA launches FY 2026 #FundLibraries campaign, driving congressional support to fully fund federal programs at risk of elimination
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * ALA launches FY 2026 #FundLibraries campaign, driving congressional support to fully fund federal programs at risk of elimination WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the American Library Association (ALA) launched its annual #FundLibraries campaign, calling on advocates in every congressional district to urge their Congressmembers to cosign letters of support to fund key federa  more

EU Officially Pauses Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S.-Made Boats Amid Ongoing Trade Talks
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * EU Officially Pauses Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S.-Made Boats Amid Ongoing Trade Talks On April 13, the European Union officially suspended its proposed retaliatory tariffs on US-made imports, including recreational boats, until July 14. The European Commission announced the 90-day pause following President Donald Trump's move to delay the implementation of   more

New posters from award-winning illustrators and more debut in Spring/Summer 2025 ALA Graphics catalog
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * New posters from award-winning illustrators and more debut in Spring/Summer 2025 ALA Graphics catalog CHICAGO - The Spring/Summer 2025 ALA Graphics catalog delivers a host of exciting posters and bookmarks to inspire and encourage readers of all ages. Gracing the cover is a new poster by artist Rebecca Lee Kunz, recipient of the 2025 Caldecott Medal for "Chooch Helped  more

Shannon Bailey receives AASL Frances Henne Award
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Shannon Bailey receives AASL Frances Henne Award CHICAGO - Shannon Bailey, school librarian at Manchester High School in Midlothian, Virginia, is the recipient of the 2025 American Association of School Librarians' (AASL) Frances Henne Award. Sponsored by Bloomsbury Libraries Unlimited, the $1,250 award recognizes a school librarian with five years or less experience   more