News

Explore an archive of news and announcements related to the Federal Depository Library Program.

Anyone is welcome to sign up for News & Events. At least one person at each depository library must be enrolled.

DSIMS Technical Issue

August 02, 2022
During a recent software migration, LSCM identified a technical issue with DSIMS (Depository Selection Information Management System). Libraries are currently not able to search for or add item numbers to their selection profiles in DSIMS. We are working on this issue and will notify the FDLP community as soon as it is fixed. Read More

Constitution Day is September 17: Order Pocket Constitutions by September 2, 2022

July 28, 2022
Don’t forget to order your library’s batch of free Pocket Constitutions in preparation for Constitution Day (September 17, 2022). Each Federal depository library may order up to 100 copies. All orders must be placed by September 2, 2022, in order to ensure delivery for Constitution Day. Order Pocket Constitutions. Visit our ordering page. Click ‘Log In To… Read More

GPO EEO Office Becomes Office of Diversity, Inclusion, And Equal Opportunity

July 28, 2022
U. S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) Equal Employment Opportunity office is now the Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity. The name change better reflects the scope of the office’s work and responsibilities. In addition to processing formal complaints, the office provides counseling when disputes arrive, formulates and executes diversity programs,… Read More

Webinar: There’s a Week for That: Exploring Federal Government Resources for Diverse Weekly Celebrations

July 27, 2022
A webinar originally scheduled to take place on July 14, 2022, has been rescheduled. “There’s a Week for That: Exploring Federal Government Resources for Diverse Weekly Celebrations" will be presented on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. (EDT). Those who registered for the original webinar will not need to register again. New login information will be emailed the… Read More

GPO Releases Five-Year Strategic Plan Focused On Modernizing And Innovating

July 26, 2022
U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) has released its strategic plan for fiscal years 2023–2027. Outlined in the plan are the Agency’s new mission, vision, and values, as well as the four key goals for the next five years: achieve operational excellence; modernize and innovate; ensure financial stability; and develop the workforce. The Strategic Plan FY 2023–2027:… Read More

Position Available at GPO: Supervisory Librarian (Systems Management and Projects)

July 25, 2022
This message has been cross-posted. Please excuse any duplication.  The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) is seeking a Supervisory Librarian to join the Library Services & Content Management (LSCM) team. The incumbent will assess the technological needs of internal and external customers utilizing a variety of tools, surveys, focus groups and feedback in… Read More

FDLP.gov Routine Maintenance – July 26, 2022

July 25, 2022
FDLP.gov will undergo routine maintenance this week. Start Date: Tuesday, July 26, 2022, 5:00 p.m. (EDT) End Date: Tuesday, July 26, 2022, 7:00 p.m. (EDT) Total Duration: 2 hours During this time, no content will be updated, and you may experience brief, intermittent downtime. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation while we… Read More

FDLP eXchange Scheduled Maintenance: Tuesday, July 26, 2022

July 25, 2022
The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) is performing scheduled maintenance on the FDLP eXchange. Start Date: Tuesday, July 26, 2022, 5:00 p.m. (EDT) End Date: Tuesday, July 26, 2022, 8:00 p.m. (EDT) Total Duration: 3 hours The site should be accessible during maintenance, but certain functions may not be available. During the period, users are advised… Read More

GPO Catalogs Congressional Committee and Commissions Websites

July 21, 2022
At the FDLP community’s request, GPO’s Library Technical Services (LTS) has cataloged the websites of the House, Senate, and joint committees and commissions. At the end of June 2022, LTS staff members completed the records for the 57 current committees and commissions. They cataloged 49 new records and adapted eight OCLC records. Most of the records contain a PURL to the… Read More