North Carolina § 153A-261 - Declaration of State policy.

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§ 153A-261. Declaration of State policy.

The General Assembly recognizes that the availability of adequate, modern library services and facilities is in the general interest of the people of North Carolina and a proper concern of the State and of local governments. Therefore it is the policy of the State of North Carolina to promote the establishment and development of public library services throughout the State. History (1973, c. 822, s. 1.)

Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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Section 153A-261 ("Declaration of State policy.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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