U.S. Federal Government Documents
The Federal Depository Library Program
The Manchester City Library has been a Federal Depository Library since 1884. Chapter 19 of Title 44 of the U.S. Code is the authority for the establishment and operation of the FDLP.
The Federal Depository Library Program was established by Congress based upon three principles of democracy:
- With certain specified exceptions, all Government publications shall be made available to Federal depository libraries.
- Federal depository libraries shall be located in each State and U.S. Congressional district in order to make Government publications widely available.
- These Government publications shall be available for free use of the general public.
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We’ve included some related resources, even though they are not part of the FDLP program.
Citizenship Resources
- Ben’s Guide
Presents educational content on the workings of the U.S. Government and U.S. history with a focus on civics. - Citizenship Application
File your application for U.S. citizenship right online! - Citizenship Resource Center
A collection of helpful resources and free study materials. - International Institute of New England
One of the oldest and largest social service organizations for new Americans in the region.
Voting Resources
- Absentee Voting Information
Absentee voting information and voting information for uniformed and overseas citizens. - Ballotpedia
Research Federal, State, and Local candidates and ballot measures. - New Hampshire Voters
Register to vote, request an absentee ballot, find your polling location, view a sample ballot, and find election results.
Congress
- Congressional Record
The official record of proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. - Congress.gov
Information about legislative activities, publications, and related materials. - Official Congressional Directory
Biographical and directory information about members of Congress. - United States Statutes at Large
Permanent laws enacted during each session of Congress. - United States Code
The codification by subject matter of general and permanent U.S. laws.
The Executive Branch
- Budget of the U.S. Government
Budget message of the President and related budgetary publications. - Compilation of Presidential Documents
Official publications released by the White House Press Secretary. - Economic Report of the President
Annual report with extensive economic data appendices. - Economic Indicators
Monthly economic information on GDP, income, employment, prices, and more. - Public Papers of the Presidents
Official publication of the President’s addresses, writings, and remarks.
Federal Agencies
- Code of Federal Regulations
Permanent rules published by departments and agencies. - Explore Census Data
Population, economic, housing, and geographic data. - Federal Register
Daily publication of rules, proposed rules, notices, and executive orders.
The Supreme Court of the United States
- United States Reports
Final opinions of the Supreme Court of the United States. - Constitution of the United States
The Constitution Annotated, with analysis and case annotations.
All Three Branches of Government
- Catalog of U.S. Publications
A finding tool for publications from all three branches of the U.S. government. - GovInfo
Authenticated access to official publications from all three branches. - The United States Government Manual
The official handbook of the Federal Government.
Other Resources
- Assistance Listings
Public descriptions of Federal assistance listings. - Chronicling America
Over 20 million pages of U.S. newspapers from 1777–1963. - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Tips and tools for energy-efficient appliances, remodeling, heating, cooling, and more. - Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents
Online pamphlet also available through the library catalog. - I.R.S.
Current and prior year tax forms and instructions. - Occupational Outlook Handbook
Career information, job outlooks, education needs, and median pay. - SchoolSafety.Gov
Recommendations for creating safe and supportive learning environments. - Social Security Handbook
Resource for common Social Security questions. - USA.gov
A subject-based portal to Federal services and resources online. - Weather and Drought Monitor
Information from the Weekly Weather and Crop Bulletin.