TLA Membership: Empowering Library Professionals
The TLA community is a engaged network that fosters professional growth, collaboration, and access to knowledge shared by colleagues across the field.
TLA membership is open to all who support the library profession working together to ensure libraries remain essential resources for their community. All TLA members enjoy the same outstanding benefits of membership.
Updated Dues Structure
TLA is introducing a new, streamlined dues structure for 2026, which features simplified membership categories and a flat-fee pricing system for additional units. It’s designed to be more flexible, and supportive of library professionals at every stage of their careers. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
2026 Membership Dues and Categories
TLA Membership is valid January 1 – December 31. With your membership, you’ll receive:
- Complimentary membership in one Division, one District, and one Round Table.
- No fees for Discussion Groups.
- Additional Divisions, Districts, or Round Tables may be added at an additional fee (see table below). Add them as you renew/join or purchase later through the TLA Unit Store.
| Member Type Category | Description | Annual Member Dues |
| Librarian | Librarians, as well as others employed in library and information services or related activities, in positions that: (a) require a master’s degree; (b) require a state level librarian or educator certification; or (c) are managerial. | $187 |
| Librarian – Reduced Dues | Librarians who meet at least of one of the following criteria: • Those serving small populations: • School District with less than 1,600 students • Public Library under 20,000 service population • Academic Library with less than 2,000 students • Those in their first 3 years of employment • Those earning less than $40K annually |
$87 |
| Library Support Staff | Individuals employed full or part-time in library and information services or related activities in a support or non-managerial role. | $53 |
| Students | Individuals currently enrolled in an accredited library science course of study. (Does not apply to joint TLA/ALA student membership) | $30 |
| Associate | Individuals not employed in library and information services or related activities who, through their personal commitment and support, promote library and information services as volunteers, fundraisers, members of governing boards, advisory groups, etc. | $67 |
| Retired | Individuals who have retired from library and information services or related activities. | $45 |
| Vendor | Individuals employed by companies that sell to the library market. | $325 |
| Unemployed | Individuals without current salary or in transition. | $0 (Up to 2 consecutive years) |
| Additional Unit Fees | Covers the costs of participating in additional Districts, Divisions, and Round Tables. | Additional Districts: $3 Additional Division: $11 Additional Round Tables: $4 |
How to Join or Renew Your Membership
You can join or renew your membership in two ways either online or complete the TLA 2026 Membership Form and email it to [email protected].
2026 TLA Membership form
DownloadPayment Options for Membership
Membership can be paid for with a check or credit cards.
Have a Purchase Order? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re using a purchase order (PO) for your membership or event registration, please keep in mind that a PO is not a payment through our system, it’s a way to process a request for an invoice.
Safeguard Your Career
Membership Add On: Professional Liability Insurance
TLA offers librarians professional liability insurance at reduced premium rates of $47 through Barclay Insurance. This policy will guard against financial devastation if you are named in a serious lawsuit arising in the course and scope of your responsibilities. TLA members working in any type of library may purchase the insurance.
- You may add the policy to your membership when you join or renew (online or via the membership form PDF) or through the TLA online store.
- The insurance policy year is January 1 – December 31.
ALA/TLA Joint Student Membership
Library school students are eligible to join both the American Library Association and the Texas Library Association at one low price of $46.00 a year. Join both state and national library associations through ALA’s website and get connected to your future.
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