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This bill amends the Illinois Library System Act to modify the state grant program for libraries. The bill expands the types of grants available to library systems, now explicitly including planning and construction grants for library systems and public libraries that are members of a library system, in addition to existing grants like annual equalization grants, Library System grants, and per capita grants. A new provision is added to provide grants specifically aimed at improving or enhancing library security. The bill also details complex funding calculations for library systems, including per capita and area-based funding formulas, with special provisions for multitype and large city library systems. The funding calculations take into account population and geographic area served, and include mechanisms for proportional adjustments if appropriated funds differ from standard allocations. Libraries must meet certain tax levy requirements to be eligible for equalization grants, with specific provisions to ensure libraries maintain their funding levels and continue to serve their communities effectively.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1550&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104