You are correct that we need a new vision. I am not convinced we have yet articulated a realistic approach to making a new vision probable. Much of what the Commission defines as critical tasks are truly the most important, and the description reflects complete careful research. I am unconvinced, however, that new agencies will accomplish what we all believe is necessary. In addition, we must work toward and assure access to capture web-based information.
Web pages are the current information dissemination mechanism often replacing all others.
I believe the Commission s strategic recommendations number 3 and 4, outlining a proposal for building in funding for information dissemination, are creative and refreshing. I sincerely wish you well in convincing Congress of their importance. In conclusion, I am distressed by the report s assumption that scarce Library Services and Technology Act funds would be sufficient for the training of information professions in manipulation and access of electronic government information, although such training is within the scope of the LSTA legislative purposes. The Commission must realize that only a massive increase in LSTA funds could empower this federal program to begin to address the training requirements outlined in your report. I thank you for the interest, caring and visibility the Commission has brought to the current problems with the federal government s implementation of Title 44 requirement.