Law L26-0149, Effective from Jul 18, 2026 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 011057
Summary
The Library E‑book Pricing Fairness Amendment Act prohibits the District of Columbia Public Library from entering into or renewing electronic book licensing agreements that limit how many times a title can be loaned, raise prices beyond what the public pays, or prevent preservation of the material. It applies to the Library, publishers and aggregators that supply e‑books and digital audiobooks. The measure aims to keep digital titles affordable and readily available as demand for e‑books grows.
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