#REALMproject Test 4 results out: Retesting on 4 common library materials shows COVID-19 still detectable after 6 days when stacked; same for expanded polyethylene foam—commonly used in museums—when tested unstacked. Details: oc.lc/test4-results #COVIDlibraries

The latest issue of the Delaware Journal of Public Health is here! This month's topic? Public Libraries and Public Health! djph.org

Great research and reads on public libraries and public health in the latest issue of the Delaware Journal of Public Health, guest edited by Delaware Libraries Director and COSLA’s own Dr. Annie Norman! djph.org DE Academy of Med

The State of Virginia Open Data Portal provides greater access to data, informing public health officials and state citizens amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This is a join project between the Library of Virginia and the Office of the Chief Data Officer. tiny.cc/wohysz

Congratulations to Georgia Libraries for winning the Library Journal 2020 Marketer of the Year Award. Read how the Georgia Public Library Service puts "storytelling at the heart of everything they do..." tiny.cc/zwhysz

Daria Bossman, State Librarian for South Dakota State Library was recognized by her alma mater, Emporia State University as a 2020 Distinguished Alumni. Bossman is a valuable member of COSLA, alumnus of Emporia State Univ., and contributor to the field of library services! tinyurl.com/y3dvkstc

Thanks and congratulations to COSLA's and HSPLS Hawaii State Librarian Stacey Aldrich and all of the American Library Association Presidential candidates announced today. We appreciate your willingness to serve! cosla.org/News/ArtMID/47…

The MBLC released a guide to plan new and reconfigured public library spaces that meet a community's unique needs while saving time and money. Library services are changing as are the standards for space planning. Read the study here tinyurl.com/y4rxv8ku

As we work to negotiate priorities for an upcoming relief package — I believe we must include funding for libraries for the benefit of our communities.

COSLA charts a path for equity, diversity and inclusion. Happy for all to read about our work at tinyurl.com/yc64nkh6!

Nicolle Davies talks about CO State Library 's great work with CARES Act funds. Nice job on important work! IMLS tinyurl.com/y8lsh6hn

President Trump announces his intent to appoint COSLA's current President Jennie Stapp of Montana to the National Museum and Library Services Board. Congratulations to Jennie our accomplished and valued colleague! tinyurl.com/y9ecmnlj Montana State Library The White House IMLS

COSLA members on the move: Minnesota Department of Education's Jennifer R. Nelson to head the New Jersey State Library. tinyurl.com/ycqv94kz. Congrats Jen, and thanks for sharing your leadership talents across states and within COSLA! NJ State Library Thomas Edison State University

With today’s House introduction of the Build America’s Libraries Act by Rep. Andy Levin & @RepDonYoung, we are one step closer to a critical $5bil investment in library infrastructure. Thank you Reps. Levin & Young for your commitment to America’s libraries. ala.org/news/press-rel…

COSLA Applauds American Rescue Plan Recognition of Libraries’ Vital Role in Communities. Historic boost to Library Services and Technology Act Funding enables substantive response. tinyurl.com/7vname65

Excellent opportunity available! COSLA and AMR Management Services are recruiting for an Executive Director for the Chief Officers of State Library Agencies. See the full posting at tinyurl.com/s6dwxhef.

Now is the time for Congress to #BuildLibraries & modernize library facilities nationwide, for the next generation of library users. Add your voice and urge Congress to ensure the Build America's Libraries Act is included in an infrastructure package: Bit.ly/LibraryInfra

COSLA members letting their voices shine. Check out the latest article in Commercial Observer highlighting the tremendous impact the Build Americas Libraries Act will have on libraries across the US. Click here for the full article: bit.ly/3yykDYS

Congress is on the verge of finalizing an infrastructure plan, and libraries MUST be included. Join us and urge Congress to #BuildLibraries and modernize library facilities, for the next generation of library users: bit.ly/LibraryInfra

The Chief Officers of State Library Agencies (COSLA) is pleased to announce that Jeremy Johannesen, CAE, has been selected as the Executive Director of the organization. Read COSLA's press release here: cosla.org