[1] NCLIS was established by P.L. 91-345 (19 July 1970) to conduct studies, surveys, and analyses, and to appraise the adequacies and deficiencies of current library and information services. The Commission advises the President and the Congress on the implementation of national policies related to libraries and information services.

[2] U.S. National Commission on Libraries and Information Science. Internet Costs and Cost Models for Public Libraries: Final Report. June, 1995.