Library Laws
Library Laws (pdf)
Sections of numerous Utah Codes relevant to public libraries. Includes topics such as: authorization and requirements for State, county and city libraries, public library employee benefits, library bonds, alcohol and libraries, open meetings, tax exempt status of libraries, privacy of records, governmental immunity, code of ethics, theft from libraries, etc.
Federal and State Library-Related Legislation 2007
Recent Significant Legislation:
- Federal Legislation - H.R. 1120 - Deleting Online Predators Act of 2007
(to require recipients of universal service support for schools and libraries to protect minors from commercial social networking web sites and chat rooms) - Utah Legislation - H.B. 333 - Materials Harmful to Minors
(Modifies criminal provisions related to materials harmful to minors)
City Libraries and Boards (Section 9-7-401, UCA)
Tax for Establishment and Maintenance of Public Library - City Library Fund
County Libraries and Boards (Section 9-7-501, UCA)
Tax for Establishment and Maintenance of Public Library - [County] Library Fund
Government Immunity Act (Title 63 - Chapter 30d, UCA)
Open and Public Meetings Act (Title 52 - Chapter 04, UCA)