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The Law-Abiding Librarian?
January 7, 2008

CIPA
The Children's Internet Protection Act was passed by Congress in 2000 and left a historical mark in the field of library science. Learn more about its striking impact on filtering and safety:

• CIPA and Filtering contains resources that provide practical assistance in this delicate area.
• From WebJunction's discussion forum, All Aboard: CIPA & Filtering.
• ALA filed suit against CIPA in 2003, read more about the legal history of CIPA here.

Patriot Act
Passed in 2001, this legislation increased FBI and law enforcement access to library records as well as surveillance procedures of the public's Internet activity, resulting in marked implications for patron privacy:

• The USA Patriot Act category provides links to information about the Patriot Act and its impact on libraries.
• Library Privacy & Confidentiality: Law and Policy - In addition to discussing the Patriot Act, this course offers tools for handling inquiries from agencies such as law enforcement and the press.
• The Intellectual Freedom discussion forum is a hub of your community's thoughts on this important topic.

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