(a) In this title the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) “Print disabled individual” means an individual who cannot effectively read print because of a visual, physical, perceptual, developmental, cognitive, or learning disability. (c) “State Library Agency” means the Maryland State Library Agency. (d) “State Library Board” means the Maryland State Library Board.
(a) 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) It is the policy of this State: (1) To continue the orderly development and maintenance of library facilities […]
There is a State Library Agency and a State Library Board. The State Library Agency is the central State library agency.
(a) The head of the State Library Agency is the State Librarian, who is appointed by the State Library Board with the advice and consent of the Senate. (b) The State Librarian shall: (1) Hold an advanced degree in library and information service; (2) Have administrative experience in libraries; and (3) Have any other qualifications the State Library Board considers […]
(a) In addition to the other powers granted and duties imposed by this article, the State Library Board has the powers and duties set forth in this section. (b) The State Library Board shall appoint the State Librarian. (c) The State Library Board shall exercise general direction and control of library development in this State and may: (1) Adopt […]
(a) In addition to any other powers granted and duties imposed by this title, and subject to the authority of the State Library Board, the State Library Agency has the powers and duties set forth in this section. (b) The State Library Agency shall: (1) Provide leadership and guidance for the planning and coordinated development of library and […]
(a) There is a Maryland State Library Board. (b) (1) The State Library Board consists of 12 members, 7 of whom are appointed by the Governor. Each member is entitled to participate fully and equally in the activities of the Board. (2) Each member shall: (i) Be a resident of this State; (ii) Be an individual of ability and integrity who […]
(a) Subject to the provisions of subsection (b) of this section, a free association, school, college or university library in this State shall prohibit inspection, use, or disclosure of any circulation record or other item, collection, or grouping of information about an individual that: (1) Is maintained by a library; (2) Contains an individual’s name or the identifying […]
(a) The State Library Agency shall establish the Deaf Culture Digital Library as the primary information center on deaf resources for library customers and staff in the State. (b) The Deaf Culture Digital Library shall: (1) Conduct a needs assessment to identify gaps in library services for deaf patrons and to implement strategies to fill the gaps and […]
