[Michlib-l] Protect Patrons: Understanding Library Privacy Act
Membiela, Clare (MDE)
MembielaC at michigan.gov
Wed Jun 4 10:42:09 EDT 2025
Hello!
Please see notice below of a FREE webinar on July 22, 2025 on the Library Privacy Act by Anne Seurynck of Foster Swift Collins and Smith.
Registration/access information below.
Thanks!
Clare
Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.
Library Law Consultant
Library of Michigan
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517-335-8132
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Back to Basics: Understanding Michigan's Library Privacy Act
[Anne Seurynck]This "Back to Basics" webinar will provide a clear and practical overview of the Michigan Library Privacy Act, helping attendees stay compliant and protecting the rights of patrons.
This session will be presented by municipal & library law attorney, Anne Seurynck<http://click.fosterswift.com/f/a/Am8BARzbGhNU6E6PlMm5hw~~/AAGz5BA~/ZrFF1cTnAR-HHE0YeeZ-iOQiiZpmvzECzwz_dv1k4qc8ni5fpoLL4rm4zqxguHRwsrc_E4FQG9pQYbVohNdCZm-Z-X3UvshnSp94xMQehOwGj_z1faf254Tfvz7R1H5I_3wB4yNE55UD9PYfaogRBy0n3l903J45O4xcEv1ccx9V91pVYM-58uA1F7ogHTmJzZuL0XWyyjHLsfAZXz7EAPAcnZ8NAoRjEZ6YmgCPNI5RDe6BoTi2sgHRrD0rNEUF5AqvognKE6rKnwqSgtvCyQ~~>, and is designed as a refresher for library directors, staff and trustees including:
* An overview of the Act
* What the Michigan Library Privacy Act covers and what it doesn't
* How to respond to law enforcement or FOIA requests
* Best practices for safeguarding patron records
Back to Basics: Michigan's Library Privacy Act
* When: Tuesday, July 22 from 12:00-1:00 PM
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