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R.I. Gen. Laws § 29-7-1. Purpose
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The purpose of this chapter is to establish a state publications clearinghouse for libraries that will systematically collect and distribute state publications to libraries throughout the state in order to facilitate public access to publications issued by state agencies and for …
R.I. Gen. Laws § 29-7-2. Definitions
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As used in this chapter: (1) “Depository library” means a library designated to collect, maintain, and make available state publications to the general public. The clearinghouse director shall consider the geography of the state when designating depository libraries. (2) “Printed…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 29-7-3. Creation
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There is hereby created, as a section of the state library, and under the direction of the state librarian, a state publications clearinghouse for libraries, hereinafter referred to as “the clearinghouse”. The clearinghouse shall promote the establishment of an orderly depository…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 29-7-4. Director
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The state librarian shall designate from the state library staff a director of the state publications clearinghouse. The director shall hold a graduate degree in library science from an accredited library school. The clearinghouse director shall maintain guidelines for documents …