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1. Illinois Filter Bill Stalled.

Author

Oder, Norman

Subjects
*INTERNET access for library users, *FILTERING software, *LIBRARIES & the Internet, *INTERNET & children, *POLITICAL participation of librarians, *LIBRARY laws, ILLINOIS state politics & government, 1951-
Abstract

The article reports that an attempt to create a state-level version of the U.S. Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) is unlikely to pass in the spring 2007 session of the Illinois Legislature. Librarians and Illinois Library Association Director Bob Doyle argue that filtering should be handled locally, and on May 14, 2007 protested by turning library filters to full power or turning off computers completely. Advocates say librarians exaggerate the harm of Internet filters.

Published
2007

2. Illinois PL Cancels Fingertip Scan Plan.

Author

Blumenstein, Lynn

Subjects
*LIBRARIES & the Internet, *RIGHT of privacy, *SOFTWARE compatibility, *LIBRARY users
Abstract

The article reports on the suspension of plans to install fingertip recognition software on library computers in Naperville, Ill. The stated reason was software incompatibility, although many library and civil liberties groups opposed the idea. The software would have served to identify library users who abused the public terminals.

Published
2006

3. IL PL To Use Fingerprint ID.

Author

Oder, Norman

Subjects
*INTERNET access for library users, *LIBRARIES & the Internet, *MULTIMEDIA library services, *PUBLIC access computers in libraries, *PUBLIC libraries
Abstract

Reports that the Naperville Public Library in Illinois will install fingerprint scanners on computers that offer either public Internet access or require a time limit on usage. Report that the scanners will help parents control their children's Internet access; Claim of library deputy director Mark West that the scanners cannot be cross-referenced with law enforcement databases.

Published
2005

4. In Protest, IL PLs Turn Off Net.

Author

Oder, Norman

Subjects
*PUBLIC library laws, *INTERNET access for library users, *LIBRARIES & state, *LIBRARIES & the Internet, *LIBRARY laws, ILLINOIS state politics & government, 1951-
Abstract

The article reports on May 2007 actions at certain Illinois public libraries in protest of proposed library Internet filter legislation being considered by the Illinois House of Representatives. The author reports that passage of the bill would force public libraries to filter all computers, provide an adult companion for any minor requiring unfiltered access for research, and attest to compliance in writing in order to qualify for state aid and grant funds.

Published
2007

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