Sec. 8. (a) The state shall encourage the establishment, maintenance, and development of public libraries throughout Indiana as part of the provision for public education of Indiana.
(b) Public libraries provide free library services in order to meet the educational, informational, and recreational interests and needs of the public.
(c) Library services include:
(1) collecting and organizing books and other library materials; and
(2) providing reference, loan, and related services to library patrons.
(d) Library services are provided by public libraries supported by public funds.