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HomeEducation CodeCh. 7Art. 2§ 19321 State Library Materials Management

§ 19321 State Library Materials Management

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§ 19321 State Library Materials Management

Key Takeaways

  • •The State Librarian buys books, maps, and other stuff the library needs.
  • •They mark all library books and maps so everyone knows they belong to the library.
  • •They fix books and papers that are broken or need to be put together.
  • •They keep a list of all books that are taken out of the library.

Example

A book in the library gets torn pages.

The State Librarian will get the book fixed so it can be used again.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 19321 State Library Materials Management

The State Librarian shall also do all of the following: (a) Purchase books, maps, engravings, paintings, furniture, and other materials and equipment necessary to carry out California State Library programs and services. (b) Number and stamp all books and maps belonging to the library, or otherwise indicate ownership of them, and keep a catalog thereof. (c) Have bound all books and papers that require binding. (d) Keep a register of all books taken from the library. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 666, Sec. 14. (AB 486) Effective January 1, 2022.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

State LibrarianCalifornia State Librarybooksmapscatalogregister

Related Statutes

  • § 19320 State Librarian Powers
  • § 19302 State Librarian Control
  • § 19320.5 Public Library Consultants
  • § 19322 State Librarian Contract Authority
  • § 19323 Audio Books For Disabled

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 19321.
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