Advocacy: Supporting Every Library, Every Day
Have questions about the potential impact of the recent Executive Order affecting the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)? Additional background and updates are available from the ALA Public Policy and Advocacy team .
The Nebraska Legislature is currently in session. The NLA Advocacy Committee monitors legislative activities and bills that impact libraries, library workers, and the Freedom to Read. Review our 2026 Legislative Watchlist below to learn more about the bills we’re tracking this session.
Get Involved
Consider registering as a Nebraska Library Advocate to receive updates on pending legislation and future advocacy opportunities.
NLA Advocacy Events
Thanks for joining us for Advocacy Day. We’ll be back next year!
Until then, see below for past event information, advocacy resources, and ways to support Nebraska libraries.
The Nebraska Library Association supports and promotes all libraries, library media centers and library services in the state.
Its foremost concerns are the professional development of its members, library advocacy, and open access to information for all citizens.
Past Events
Getting Started with Library Advocacy
Dan Brower, Missouri Library Association
Prepare to Advocate: Tools & Resources
Learn the Issues & NLA Priorities
Understand NLA’s legislative priorities and advocacy leadership.
Find Your Legislators & Track Policy
Identify your representatives and follow legislation affecting libraries.
Take Action & Advocate
Get involved in local, state, and national library advocacy efforts.
Prepare Your Message & Materials
Use templates and toolkits to advocate clearly and confidently.
Intellectual Freedom & Anti-Censorship
Resources to support access, free expression, and library values.
Partner & Allied Organizations
Advocacy resources from library partners across Nebraska.
