Federal Depository Library Program
The Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) is governed by USC Title 44 and administered by the U.S. Government Publishing Office, which was established by Congress in 1813 to ensure that the American Public has access to Government information in depository libraries throughout the U.S. and its territories.
The Warren Public Library participates digitally and physically in the Federal Depository Library Program. The public can visit any Warren Public Library branch and request to use a computer free of charge to access current and up to date Government Documents online. The Civic Center Library branch also serves as a host for some physical Government Documents such as:
- United States Code (2018)
- Constitution of the United States, Analysis and Interpretation (2020)
- Statutes at Large (2013-2016)
To access digital copies of Government Documents from a library computer or at home, you can visit FDLP’s Basic Collection, or directly visit the GovInfo site.
You can also start your research by using FDLP’s Resource Guides, which simplifies your search information by separating collections into two types of guides: Subject and FDLP Information. “Subject Guides” explore a variety of topics that concern the Federal Government for the general public. “FDLP Information Guides” contain resources and guidance for Federal Depository Libraries about operations and services. Try out the FDLP Basic Collection for a list of core U.S. Government Resources.
Are you looking for information for children or students? Please visit Ben’s Guide to the U.S. Government, a service provided by the Government Publishing Office (GPO), that designed to inform students, parents, and educators about the Federal Government
More information about the Federal Depository Library Program here.