Library Legislative Day

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Library Legislative Day

• Each February, librarians from all across
  Missouri gather in Jefferson City for a day of
  lobbying.

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Library Legislative Day

• The day begins with an orientation session in the
  morning.

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Library Legislative Day

• MLA Lobbyist Randy Scherr and state librarian
  Sara Parker get everyone up-to-date on important
  bills.

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MLA gives one or two Missouri legislators the
"Francis Bud Barnes Outstanding Legislator
Award."
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Library Legislative Day

• In the afternoon, librarians visit with their own
  state representatives and senators, and tell them
  about legislative issues of importance to
  libraries.

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Library Legislative Day

• When there is time, librarians may stop by the
  offices of other legislators who sit on crucial
  committees, and leave printed literature about
  libraries with their office staff. It is rare to
  find a legislator in his or her office, available
  for impromptu meetings!

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Library Legislative Day

• In the evening, librarians meet with legislators
  at the Jefferson City Country Club and talk about
  library issues as they enjoy a buffet dinner
  together.

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A good time is had by all.
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Two legislators proudly display their library
cards.
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We hope that after Library Legislative Day,
senators and representatives better understand
libraries needs and feel more confident about
their votes to support us.
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If you are interested in lobbying and library
advocacy, consider taking part in Library
Legislative Day next year.