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UAT Article

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The Constitution and a Cuppa Joe

Iowa City brews some excellent coffee in several independently-owned coffee houses. I frequent them all and have a favorite at each. Some coffee shops brew by the cup; one has two lines: one for coffee and the other for gelato—a genius combination. Each assigns enticing names for their coffees and uses creative ways to designate which brew station will produce your cup of Joe. This is where my idea began for merging the "think drink" daily ritual with Constitution Day. ...
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FDLP Basic Collection

Every Federal depository library is required to have the titles in the "basic collection" accessible for immediate use. These titles are vital sources of information that support the public's right to know about the workings and essential activities of the Federal Government. This list is subject to change. Consult the guidance article on Depository Collection and Development for more information and ways to provide access to these titles within your deposit...
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FDLP Basics

The United States Government is the largest publisher in the world. Every day the U.S. Government issues congressional bills, laws, regulations, presidential documents, studies, and more on a variety of topics. The Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) was established by Congress to ensure that the American public has access to its Government's information. The Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) is administered by the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO). ...
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GPO's Living History: Adelaide R. Hasse

Women have always worked for the Government Printing Office, but until the 20th century few left an individual mark upon its history. One exception to this rule was Adelaide R. Hasse, the first Superintendent of Documents librarian. In her brief 2-year career at GPO, she almost singlehandedly set up the documents library and devised the classification system that, in an expanded form, is still in use today. Her years here show what an intelligent and strong-minded young ...
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2021 Depository Library Council Virtual Meeting

Thank you, members of the FDLP community, for joining the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) and the Depository Library Council for 2021’s annual spring DLC Virtual Meeting.   Archived Conference Information Agenda Detailed Agenda Handouts and Slides Archived Meeting Recordings   The DLC Virtual Meeting on Twitter Explore the event’s Twitter feed for tweets and photos shared by attendees and GPO. Search #DLCVirtual21. ...
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2021 Virtual Exhibit Gallery

Browse virtual exhibitors showcasing products and services for your library. MARCIVE, INC. OFFERS A HOST OF SERVICES TO MAKE YOUR COLLECTIONS MORE DISCOVERABLE AND ACCESSIBLE! Download our PDF for more information. ...
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2021 FDL Conference

Thank you for making the 2021 Federal Depository Library Conference a success. During the three-day event, attendees: Enjoyed welcoming remarks from GPO’s Director Hugh Halpern and Superintendent of Documents Laurie Hall, as well as Depository Library Council Chair Will Stringfellow. Enjoyed a keynote presentation from Mr. Crosby Kemper, Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Participated in collaborative, informative, and interactive sess...
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PACER: Access and Education Program

Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) is an online service of the United States Judiciary that provides case and docket information from Federal appellate, district and bankruptcy courts. The Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP), the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AOUSC), and the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) are working collaboratively to implement an education program that will result in greater public awareness of and acce...