WV digital literacy programs face setbacks after Trump cuts
For about a decade at the Burnsville Public Library, Beth Anderson has taught seniors and young adults how to set up email accounts, write resumes and book online doctors’ appointments.
CT libraries lose $20 million as Trump cuts digital equity programs
In May, President Donald Trump announced on social media that he was ending the Digital Equity Act, a federal program created under President Biden to help underserved communities improve their
Thurs 9AM | Trump administration cuts federal funding for libraries
The State of Oregon, alongside 19 other states, is seeking a temporary restraining order against the current administration’s March 31, 2025 action placing nearly all Institute of Museum and Library
CT loses $20M as Trump cuts digital equity programs
Employees at the Hartford Public Library were overjoyed early this year when they learned they’d be receiving $50,000 to help expand digital literacy and skills in the region. Staffers immediately
Sen. Blumenthal Attacks Cuts to DEA
June 18, 2025 – Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., attacked President Donald Trump’s cuts to the Digital Equity Act, calling such cuts “mean-spirited and stupid.” The comments came at a press conference
Could California Really Withhold Tax Money From The U.S. If Trump Cuts Federal Funds?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. By Levi Sumagaysay, CalMatters Gov. Gavin Newsom suggested last week that California may withhold taxes it pays to
CT officials say cuts to federal digital equity programs will hurt residents
Connecticut officials say the state is committed to bridging the digital divide despite a $20 million cut in federal funding for affordable broadband and digital equity programs. Earlier this month,
‘We had lots of dreams’; Idaho’s library system ends, restructures programs amid federal funding cuts | Northwest
Idaho’s libraries are preparing to end and restructure a digital access plan and the talking book service in response to the recent sudden termination of federal grants. Idaho Board of
York County’s broadband money appears to be safe from Trump’s cuts
Supporters rally on Powder Mill Road I-83 overpass Supporters rally with the MD & PA Stand with L.A. Visibility Brigade on Powder Mill Road I-83 overpass in York Township, Wednesday,
Idaho Commission for Libraries loses $6.3 million federal grant for digital access, braces for more cuts
The federal government has canceled a $6.3 million grant for the Idaho Commission for Libraries, state library leaders announced at a board meeting Thursday. The grant would have gone toward