On Friday night, the Trump administration issued an executive order targeting the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The order directs the IMLS acting director to take immediate steps to eliminate the agency to the maximum extent allowable by law by determining its statutory requirements, laying off staff, and cutting programs deemed unnecessary by the presidential administration.
The IMLS provides essential funding to libraries and museums in all 50 states and U.S. territories. The agency plays a crucial role in providing humanities access to Americans, especially in rural areas.
Our partners at the American Library Association (ALA) and the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) are leading efforts to counter the Trump administration, and we urge you to support the IMLS through one or both of their campaigns.
Support the ALA’s Campaign to Save the IMLS!
Support the AAM’s Campaign to Save the IMLS!
Thank you for your advocacy and support. We will continue to be in touch as action is needed.