The MU Libraries have participated in the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) since 1862. The FDLP was established by Congress to ensure that the American public has access to its Government’s information.
Since 1813, depository libraries have safeguarded the public’s right to know by collecting, organizing, maintaining, preserving, and assisting users with information from the Federal Government.
Along with documenting the processes of the three main branches of government (Executive, Congress and the Judiciary), the Government Publication Office distributes documents produced by many government agencies. These include the Department of Energy, Department of Education, Census Bureau, the National Park Service and NASA. Government documents include books, reports, studies, hearings, and educational materials. Publications can be in any format, including books, pamphlets, posters, DVDs, CD-ROMs, puzzles, coloring books and maps. Government documents can be found through the library’s catalog, MERLIN, and most are shelved in 1 East.
For further information, please contact Marie Concannon or Sandy Schiefer.
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