IMLS Seeks Input on Five-Year Library Grant Checkup Paperwork
Published Date: 3/9/2026
Notice
Summary
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) wants your thoughts on their plan to collect info for a big five-year checkup on their Grants to States program. This helps make sure the paperwork is easy and useful, saving time and money for everyone involved. If you’re connected to libraries or museums getting these grants, now’s your chance to speak up before May 9, 2026!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Paperwork Burden and Cost Estimates
IMLS estimates the information collection will have 12 annual respondents, with a frequency of response once every five years and an estimated average burden of 18 hours per response. The notice gives total annual burden of 1,062 hours, a total annual cost burden of $35,322.12, and total annual Federal costs of $2,164.
Grants to States Funding Scale
The Grants to States program distributes approximately $180 million each year among State Library Administrative Agencies using a population‑based formula. The program covers each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia, specified U.S. territories, and the Freely Associated States.
Five‑Year Evaluation Required for SLAAs
The law at 20 U.S.C. 9134 directs State Library Administrative Agencies (SLAAs) to independently evaluate and report on activities assisted under the Grants to States program prior to the end of their Five‑Year Plan. This Notice seeks public comment on the Guidelines for that Five‑Year Evaluation.
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