§1700.1. Purpose.

Advises the President and the Congress on library and information services adequate to meet the needs of the people of the United States;

Advises Federal, State, and local governments, and other public and private organizations regarding library services and information science, including consultations on relevant treaties, international agreements, and implementing legislation; and

Promotes research and development activities to extend and improve the nation's library and information handling capabilities as essential links in national and international networks.