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FDLP

Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP)

Iowa State University Library is a Federal Depository Library. Depository libraries provide local, no-fee access to government information in a non-partisan environment with professional librarians available to assist users.

Best bets

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GPO's Federal Digital System provides public access to Government information submitted by Congress and Federal agencies

United States Government Manual
As the official handbook of the Federal Government, the United States Government Manual provides comprehensive information on the agencies of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches. It also includes information on quasi-official agencies; international organizations in which the United States participates; and boards, commissions, and committees. The Manual begins with reprints of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.
USASpending.gov
Provides data on how and where tax dollars are spent including information on various types of contracts, grants, loans, and other types of spending.

Specialized Search Engines

MetaLib® - Search
Simultaneously searches across multiple subject based databases, catalogs, and digital repositories
Search all or create your own sets of Searchable databases, Includes more than 50 sources including EPA, ERIC, GAO, Data.gov, FBI Vault, Govinfo, FdSys, NCJRS, National Archives and Library of Congress.

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Searches and links to official publications from all three branches of the Federal Government.

Government Information Online
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Government Information for Kids

Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for Kids
U.S. Government Web Sites for Kids