About the Librarian
The Librarian of Congress is appointed by the President of the United States by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, per 2 U.S.C. 136-1, “Appointment and term of service of Librarian of Congress” and shall be appointed for a term of 10 years. The Librarian is responsible for making rules and regulations for the governance of the Library.
Since the establishment of the Library of Congress in 1800, 14 individuals have held the position of Librarian of Congress. The Librarian is responsible for the leadership of a unique, global institution, widely known for its free, non-partisan service to Congress, librarians, scholars and the public—in the United States and around the world.