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Grants to State Library Administrative Agencies (under the Library Services and Technology Act) is sponsored by Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). This program provides funds to State Library Administrative Agencies using a population-based formula.
Texas uses these funds to support goals such as providing access to shared library resources, digital resources, and services that support literacy and educational attainment, especially early childhood and family literacy, workforce readiness, and lifelong learning.
State libraries may use the appropriation to support statewide initiatives and services, and may distribute funds through sub-grant competitions or cooperative agreements to various types of libraries.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State Library Administrative Agencies (Texas State Library and Archives Commission is the recipient for Texas). These agencies then distribute funds to public, academic, research, school, and special libraries in their state. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows approximately $12 million annually for Texas (based on FY 2026 funding for Texas State Library and Archives Commission). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Grants to State Library Administrative Agencies (under the Library Services and Technology Act) is funded by Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Texas. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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On August 26, 2026, the NEA, NEH and IMLS jointly rescinded the disparate-impact provisions of 45 CFR Part 1110. No comment period, no delayed effective date, and an admission buried in the preamble: across FY2020 through FY2024 the agencies ran zero disparate-impact-only investigations. Here is what actually changes for grantees — and what does not.
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