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DSIMS and Item Lister Technical Issue Resolved

April 04, 2022
The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) has resolved the technical issues that were preventing users from accessing DSIMS or Item Lister. If you continue to experience these issues, please contact us through askGPO. Select the category Selection profile or DSIMS. Read More

Open Forum Questions: Spring 2022 Depository Library Council Virtual Meeting

April 04, 2022
The Spring 2022 Depository Library Council Virtual Meeting will feature an Open Forum during the DLC Open Session on Tuesday, April 12. This is an opportunity for the Depository Library Council and GPO to gather input and feedback from the FDLP community. In order to provide ample time to collect your thoughts and contemplate your responses, the questions for the Open… Read More

DSIMS and Item Lister Sites Down

April 04, 2022
The DSIMS and Item Lister sites cannot currently be accessed. GPO is aware of the issue and is working to restore functionality as quickly as possible. If you have an urgent need for information from either of these sites or to make an adjustment to your item selection profile, please contact Federal Depository Support Services at 202-512-1119 or [email protected]. … Read More

Final Edition of Code of Federal Regulations in Microfiche Format Issued

April 04, 2022
GPO previously announced the phase out of microfiche distribution in the FDLP. The first microfiche contract, which covers the Code of Federal Regulations and CFR Index, ended on March 31, 2022. Libraries that select the CFR or CFR Index in microfiche will note that the final complete edition issued is the 2020 edition. Microfiche will continue to be distributed until… Read More

Webinar: In Focus: Flickr and the Library of Congress

April 01, 2022
Register to attend the live training webinar, "In Focus: Flickr and the Library of Congress." Date: Thursday, April 21, 2022 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (EDT)   Recording and closed captioning are available. All webinars are free of charge. Speaker: Hanna Soltys,… Read More

National Library Week: Showcasing You

March 31, 2022
National Library Week (NLW) is quickly approaching (April 3-9, 2022). The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) wants to showcase Federal depository libraries nationwide and the important work you do every day. Tell us about why you are passionate about the FDLP and free public access to Government information. Share a photo of yourself at your library; you and your… Read More

Webcast: FDLP PURL Usage Report - Analyzing Usage of Digital FDLP Resources

March 31, 2022
A new webcast, FDLP PURL Usage Report - Analyzing Usage of Digital FDLP Resources, is now available for viewing. The tutorial has been updated to reflect recent changes to the tool. Learning outcomes: Learn how to create custom PURL usage reports for your library. Topics covered include: What PURLs are and where they are found How GPO's PURL server… Read More

Ben’s Guide to the U.S. Government: Maintenance on March 31, 2022

March 30, 2022
Ben’s Guide to  the U.S. Government will undergo scheduled maintenance this week. Start Date: Thursday, March 31, 2022, 12:00 p.m. (EDT) End Date: Thursday, March 31, 2022, 1:00 p.m. (EDT) Total Duration: 1 hour During this time users may experience brief, intermittent downtime. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation… Read More

GPO Releases Draft Strategic Plan for Public Comment

March 29, 2022
U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) Director Hugh Nathanial Halpern is soliciting comments on the Agency’s draft strategic plan for fiscal years 2023–2027. The Director welcomes comments from stakeholders and members of the public. The Agency will review all comments submitted as it finalizes its strategic plan. The plan proposes updates to the Agency’s vision,… Read More