Kankakee Times

State Representative Jackie Haas of Kankakee has expressed her satisfaction following the announcement of Library and Literacy Grants from the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office. District 79 is set to receive over $100,000 in grants aimed at enhancing library services.

“I am so pleased that District 79 will be receiving over $100,000 in Library and Literacy Grants,” said Rep. Haas. “These grants will be utilized to expand services offered at libraries, such as enhancing online catalogs, increasing accessibility access, and improving literacy across the state.”

The Bradley Public Library District, Kankakee Community College, and the Kankakee Public Library are among the recipients of these grants.

Rep. Haas further stated, “I want to thank the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office for facilitating these much-needed grants to libraries in our communities. I look forward to seeing how our libraries utilize this funding to ensure a brighter future for everyone.”

For more information about Representative Haas, visit RepHaas.com.