On this page, you will all of the policies governing the operation and use of the Harris County Public Libraries.
Author Submission Policy - For authors and publishers who wish to have a book considered for HCPL's collection.
Display of Materials Policy - rules for groups wanting to display flyers, pamphlets, and other materials at the library, or to collect signatures for petitions on the library grounds.
Computer, Laptop, and WiFi Use Policies
Deselection Policy - The guidelines and procedures for requesting materials be reevaluated and/or removed from the collection
Daycare, School, or Other Group Program Attendance Policy - If your daycare, school, or other group is planning to attend a program at an HCPL branch library, please read this first.
Library Use Policy - ensures the safety and rights of all our customers and includes policy on behavior, children and animals in the library as well as suspension of library privileges for violations of this policy.
Reciprocal Borrowing Agreements