Section 23-102 - Findings and policy of State(a) The General Assembly finds: (1) That public library resources and services are essential components of the educational system; and(2) That libraries stimulate awareness and understanding of critical social issues, and assist individuals in reaching their highest potential for self-development.(b) It is the policy of this State: (1) To continue the orderly development and maintenance of library facilities and services throughout this State, in collaboration with the counties; and(2) To develop coordinated programs and services among libraries and institutions to: (i) Provide the widest possible access to the library and information resources of this State; and(ii) Ensure more effective and economical services to all library users.Amended by 2019 Md. Laws, Ch. 8,Sec. 1, eff. 3/27/2019.Amended by 2017 Md. Laws, Ch. 338,Sec. 1, eff. 7/1/2017.Amended by 2017 Md. Laws, Ch. 337,Sec. 1, eff. 7/1/2017.