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Biennial Survey of Depository Libraries

The Biennial Survey of Depository Libraries is the means by which depository libraries report their conditions to the Government Publishing Office (GPO). It is administered in odd numbered years and response is required by law. Responding to GPO Biennial Survey ...
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Recall of Depository Material

When GPO issues a recall, libraries are legally required to withdraw, return, or destroy FDLP materials as instructed by GPO. Document Removal ...
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Physical Facilities and Collection Maintenance

  The housing and maintenance of depository materials can greatly affect free public access. Each format has specific needs Housing Materials Preservation & Protection ADA Access ...
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Leaving the FDLP

A depository library has the right to voluntarily relinquish its depository status. Selectives' Status Changes Regional Status Reconsideration Relinquishing Status ...
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Federal Depository Library Directory and Library Addresses

The Federal Depository Library Directory provides searchable street address, contact, and other information useful to locate depositories. Shipping addresses for depository libraries are maintained in DSIMS. Coordinator Responsibility FDL Directory ...
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Official Communication of the FDLP

Communication between GPO and Federal depository libraries is essential. Various information resources and contact methods are available. Library Contact ...
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Services and Staffing at Depository Libraries

In a letter sent to all Depository Coordinators, Superintendent of Documents Laurie Hall addressed questions concerning access to Government resources as libraries reopen.  Limited Access Access Privileges Disruptions In Operations Comparable Services When Disaster Strikes Staffing Levels Cooperation Among Libraries ...
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