§70-8003. Center for the Study of Literacy - Responsibilities.
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It is the intent of the Legislature that the Center for the Study of Literacy located at Northeastern State University be responsible for:
1. Establishment of a clearinghouse for the exchange of information and sharing of ideas regarding successful literacy programs and opportunities for funding;
2. In cooperation with the Department of Education and the Department of Libraries, provision of assistance for the writing of applications for grants related to literacy;
3. Establishment of a statewide directory of literacy programs and related services, sorted by county and cross-referenced with support services, with the Clearinghouse for Literacy responsible for gathering, maintaining and disseminating the referral directory; and
4. Establishment and operation of a toll-free statewide literacy services referral system, as funds become available. Added by Laws 1992, c. 393, § 1, eff. July 1, 1992. Amended by Laws 2000, c. 296, § 1, emerg. eff. June 5, 2000.