N.Y. Education Law § 269: Library extension service

§ 269. Library extension service. By such means, in such manner and

upon such conditions as the regents may prescribe, they shall make

provision for a library extension service for the promotion,

organization and supervision of free libraries; for supplying

information, advice, assistance or instruction on any matter pertaining

to library methods or practice or to the establishment, equipment,

organization or administration of libraries; for the acquisition,

preparation and circulation of traveling libraries and other educational

material; for aiding and encouraging study clubs; and for the employment

of all suitable efforts to bring within the reach of all the people of

the state, and awaken their desire for, increased opportunities and

facilities for reading and study.