N.Y. Educ. Law § 269

§ 269. Library extension service. By such means, in such manner and\nupon such conditions as the regents may prescribe, they shall make\nprovision for a library extension service for the promotion,\norganization and supervision of free libraries; for supplying\ninformation, advice, assistance or instruction on any matter pertaining\nto library methods or practice or to the establishment, equipment,\norganization or administration of libraries; for the acquisition,\npreparation and circulation of traveling libraries and other educational\nmaterial; for aiding and encouraging study clubs; and for the employment\nof all suitable efforts to bring within the reach of all the people of\nthe state, and awaken their desire for, increased opportunities and\nfacilities for reading and study.\n