Bill > HB1480

This bill amends the Texas Government Code to expand the Texas State Library and Archives Commission's grant program by adding construction grants as a new category of funding. Specifically, the bill modifies existing provisions to explicitly allow for construction grants that will encourage the establishment of new public libraries or the improvement of existing library facilities. The bill also updates the allowed uses of state grants to include new construction, rehabilitation, or renovation of library infrastructure, while maintaining a prohibition on using grants for site acquisition or payment of past debts. The changes are designed to provide additional financial support for library development and infrastructure improvements across Texas, with the new provisions set to take effect on September 1, 2025. The modifications aim to give libraries more flexibility in using state grants for physical improvements and expansion, potentially helping communities enhance their local library resources and facilities.

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