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Congress--Legislation
thomas.loc.gov
Congress--U.S. House of Representatives
house.gov
Congress-Senate
senate.gov
CPI-Most Recent
bls.gov/news.release/
GPO Access
gpoaccess.gov
What is a Dollar Worth?
woodrow.mpls.frb.fed.us
Comprehensive Index
FedWorld Information Network
fedworld.gov
Allows searching for general government information, U.S. Reports, and many other
full-text documents.
FirstGov
usa.gov
Serves as the first and front portal to U.S. Government information. Provides
the public with easy, one-stop access to online U.S. Government resources.
Science.gov
science.gov
Serves as a gateway to reliable information about science and
technology. Fourteen scientific and technical information
organizations from ten major science agencies have gathered reports,
databases, Federal web sites, and fact sheets to produce this site.
Statistical Resources on the Web (From the University of Michigan)
lib.umich.edu
Site is divided into broad categories and then provides links to comprehensive lists and
discrete items for both U.S. and international information and data.
United States Printing Office
gpo.gov
Site allows access to government information, government databases, and products for sale.
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Business & Economy
Bureau of Labor Statistics
stats.bls.gov
Provides time series statistics for major labor and economic data: unemployment, CPI, PPI,
occupational injury rates, and employee benefits.
County Business Patterns
census.gov
Provides employment, number of establishments, and payroll data for the U.S., states, and
counties by two-digit SIC codes.
Economic & Financial Data for the U.S.
fedstats.gov
Provides highlights from the Census Bureau's latest economic indicators. Includes
Housing Starts, Monthly Wholesale Trade, Advance Monthly Retail Sales, U.S. International
Trade in Goods and Services data.
Economic Statistics Briefing Room
whitehouse.gov
Provides a listing of the following economic indicators: output, income, employment,
earnings, production and business activity, prices, markets, transportation, and
international statistics.
EDGAR: Database of Corporate Information (From The United States Securities and Exchange Commission)
sec.gov
Database serves as a source of corporate information. Includes corporate annual
reports and other filings with the SEC.
1997 NAICS and 1987 SIC Correspondence Tables
census.gov
Site allows you to look at the new industry classifications in two ways by
tables: Table 1--1997 NAICS (US) matched to 1987 SIC and Table
2--1987 SIC matched to 1997 NAICS (US).
STAT USA
statusa.gov
From the U.S. Department of Commerce, this site provides current and
historical trade-related releases, international market research, trade
opportunities, country analysis, and current and historical economic
data. Available at Headquarters. See the librarians in Reference to log you in.
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Census
Census Guides/Definitions/Geographic Codes
Guide to the 1990 Census of Population and Housing (From the University of Michigan)
lib.umich.edu
Provides text of census terminology used in the 1990 Census of
Population and Housing.
Metropolitan Statistical Areas, Micropolitan Areas, and Components, 2003
census.gov
Provides a listing of Metropolitan Statistical Areas, Micropolitan Areas, and their components as of
June 10, 2003.
Census Information
U. S. Census Bureau Web Site
census.gov
Provides access to census publications and reports that contain timely, relevant, and
quality data about the people and economy of the United States. Publications
cover social, demographic, and economic information in addition to statistics on
subjects A-Z.
How to Find the Latest Business Data
census.gov
From the U.S. Census Bureau, this site provides the most current business data on all national and subnational geographic levels. Information includes statistics on: U.S. businesses, county business patterns, building permits,
forign trade:state exports data and more.
State & County Quick Facts
quickfacts.census.gov
Provides quick, easy access to facts about people, business, and geography using
Census 2000 data at state and county levels.
2000 Census Data--United States--Population Profiles from SF3 National File
mcdc2.missouri.edu
Contains U.S. population data at these geographic levels: U. S.
Regions and Divisions, States, Counties, MCDs, Metro Areas, Places, and
ZIP Codes.
Census Information-Historical
Census Data, 1790-1960 (From the University of Virginia)
fisher.lib.virginia.edu/census/
Provides census data (population, age, sex, free or slave) for each of the states and
counties from 1790-1960.
Population of the 100 Largest Cities: 1790 to 1990 (From the U.S. Census Bureau)
census.gov
Presents decennial population totals for the 100 largest cities and other urban places in
the U.S. based on the censuses taken from 1790 to 1990.
State of the Cities
socds.huduser.org
Provides data for over 300 central city and metropolitan areas in the United States.
Data includes 1970, 1980, 1990, and 2000 Census data covering housing, occupation, income,
education, poverty, race, and family characteristics.
Geocoding
FFIEC Geocoding System
ffiec.gov
Allows matching of a specific address to an individual census tract.
MABLE/GEOCORR Geographic Correspondence Engine (From the UIC/CIESIN/U. of Mo.)
oseda.missouri.edu
Allows generation of files and/or reports showing the relationship between several
geographic files of the United States.
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Consumer Information
Consumer Information Center
pueblo.gsa.gov
One of the best sites for information to make informed personal decisions. The publications are
arranged by subject. Subjects include: money, housing, employment, cars, and small
business.
Annual Credit Report Request Form
ftc.gov
A PDF file that one can download and mail to obtain a free credit report. This is from the Federal Trade Commission.
Consumer Federal Citizen Information Center
pueblo.gsa.gov
Provides links to consumer information and Federal resources in other languages.
Directory of Better Business Bureaus
lookup.bbb.org
Directory serves as a source to locate Better Business Bureaus throughout the United States.
FirstGov for Consumers
consumer.gov
Portal for links to federal information on consumer information and protection.
Forms from the Feds (from the University of Memphis)
exlibris.memphis.edu
Provides an alphabetical listing by agency of government forms most requested by the
public.
NHTSA-(National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
nhtsa.dot.gov
This site from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provides
a variety of information on automobile safety, automobile worthiness,
traffic safety, and research and development.
U.S. Blue Pages
usbluepages.gov
A great site to find telephone and location listings for federal
government agencies and services by state, city, area code, agency or
service, and keyword.
U.S. Consumer Gateway
consumer.gov
A "one-stop" site to federal information resources available online of interest
to consumers. Broken down by broad categories such as, Health and Product, it
provides links to relevant government sites. Also a good source for current
information on scams, recalls and consumer education campaigns.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
cpsc.gov
Provides information on consumer product safety. Includes
information on product recalls, alerts, reports, and more.
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Copyrights, Patents &
Trademarks
U.S. Copyright Office
lcweb.loc.gov
Provides basic general information on copyrights, copyright legislation, and serves
as a source for copyright forms and instructions.
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
uspto.gov
Includes forms and explanations of patent and trademark law.
Site includes a database that allows searching for full text of
patents issued since 1976.
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Directories
Federal Depository Library Program
access.gpo.gov
Provides news, contacts, information, and communication for and about the Federal
Depository Library Program.
FDLP Basic Collection
access.gpo.gov
Provides a listing of titles and links to those items that are listed in
the FDLP Basic Collection of the Federal Depository Library Manual.
Topics include subject bibliographies, census, core legislative and
regulatory publications, statistics, economic indicators and more to
fulfill the needs of a varied population.
GILS (Government Information Locator Service)
access.gpo.gov
Explains GILS and allows searching of the full text of GILS databases on GPO Access.
Uncle Sam Migrating Government Publications (From the University of Memphis)
exlibris.memphis.edu
Provides a listing of federal government documents that are being converted to electronic
format. Lists migrating documents by Superintendent of Documents Number or
title.
Catalog of U.S. Government Publications
catalog.gpo.gov
This online catalog consists of bibliographic records published in the Monthly Catalog of
United States Government Publications (MOCAT) since 1976. Once the title is
identified, a link is available to locate depository libraries that receive that item.
GPO Access
gpoaccess.gov
Provides information about U.S. GPO (U.S. Government Printing Office), items for sale, publications,
and access to GPO Access (more than 50 online databases).
Congressional Directory,
2005-2006, 2003-2004, 2001-2002, 1999-2000, 1997-1998, 1995-1996, (Via GPO Access)
gpoaccess.gov
Contains biographical information on members of congress along with office listings and
standing committees.
U. S. Government Manual
gpoaccess.gov
Provides comprehensive information on the agencies of the legislative, judicial, and
executive branches of the U.S.; and quasi-official agencies; international organizations
in which the U.S. participates; and boards, commissions and committees.
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Education
Education Statistics--White House Social Statistics Briefing Room (ESBR)
whitehouse.gov
Provides access to the NCES Electronic Catalog which contains NCES publications.
Includes a great A-Z subject index, survey and program areas and more.
National Center for Statistics--Search for Public School Districts
nces.ed.gov
Locates school districts and basic district data across the United States. Site will
also provide individual school names and data within a particular district.
students.gov (student gateway to the U.S. government)
students.gov
Site contains information on educational development, financial aid, campus life, and more.
U.S. Department of Education
ed.gov
Provides access to publications, research, statistics, programs, and funding
opportunities.
Financial Aid Information
FAFSA Information
studentaid.ed.gov
First stop for finding FAFSA information, form information, and a link to the Federal School Code Search Page.
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Energy
Energy Statistics (From the U.S. Dept. of Energy)
eia.doe.gov/
Provides energy statistics by geography, fuel, price and sector.
International Nuclear Safety Center
insc.anl.gov
Provides listing for nuclear power plants around the world and data on individual nuclear
reactors.
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Environment
FEMA Map Service Center
msc.fema.gov
Site provides access to flood mapping information, products, and services.
Superfund Sites
epa.gov
Locates hazardous waste sites in the U.S. and provides access to lists and
reports which can be viewed or downloaded form Superfund hazardous waste
databases.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
epa.gov
Provides information, news, publications, and programs on the environment, its protection,
and health concerns.
U.S. Department of the Interior
doi.gov
Provides information on the department's history, bureaus, offices, committees, and
events.
Forms
Forms from the Feds (From the University of Memphis)
exlibris.memphis.edu
Provides an alphabetical listing by agency of government forms most requested by the
public.
Tax Forms -- Federal (From the U.S. Internal Revenue Service)
irs.ustreas.gov
Provides searching and retrieval of federal income tax forms, publications, and
instructions.
Health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
cancer.gov
Provides access to health information, travelers' health, health statistics, scientific data, and
disease, injury, and disability links.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
cms.hhs.gov
Provides information on programs, topics, initiatives, and resources
regarding Medicare and Medicaid.
ClinicalTrials.gov
clinicaltrials.gov
Sponsored by the U.S. National Institutes of Health this site provides information on clinical trials. It allows one to search for particular trials by type of trial or condition and geographic location, sponsor, and status. Links point to information explaining and describing clinical trials, a detailed glossary of terms used in trials and more. Contact information and participation requirements are also given.
Healthfinder (From DHHS)
healthfinder.gov
Searchable database of high quality web sites for health information. Includes
subjects as AIDS, Allergies, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Heart Disease and Stroke, Mental
Health, and Substance Abuse.
ICD-10th Revision (2007)
who.int
Provides access to the list of official International Classification of Diseases disease descriptions and codes.
Medicare--Participating Physician Directory
medicare.gov
This database allows one to search for a physician who accepts
Medicare. The site includes information on the physician's training,
specialty, office location and map.
Medline Plus
nlm.nih.gov
The starting point for accessing good health and medical
information. Includes extensive information on over 650 diseases and
conditions, prescription and nonprescription drugs, and a medical
dictionary and encyclopedia.
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
nccam.nih.gov
Provides access to health information, research, clinical trials and therapies related to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).
National Center for Health Statistics (From NCHS)
cdc.gov/nchs
Provides access to health information that NCHS produces. Includes statistics,
statistical tables, FASTATS from A-Z, news releases, fact sheets, seminars, conferences,
and training.
National Institutes of Health
nih.gov
Provides information on health resources such as CancerNet,
AIDS, Clinical Alerts, funding opportunities, scientific resources, and
institutes and offices.
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Judicial System
Historic Supreme Court Decisions-by Justice (1790-1991)
supct.law.cornell.edu
Listing of Supreme Court Decisions by Justice.
LII Hermes [Decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court] (From Cornell University)
supct.law.cornell.edu
Site provides full-text of opinions of the court issued since May of 1990 and has an
archive of historic Supreme Court Decisions. It is indexed by topic and party
name.
Supreme Court of the U.S.
supremecourtus.gov
Allows access to slip opinions, orders, oral arguments, schedules, court rules, bar
admissions, case handling guides and more.
Supreme Court Decisions [U.S. Reports, vols. 150 - recent, 1893-]
findlaw.com
Searches for U.S. Supreme Court decisions since 1893. Browsable by year and U.S.
Reports volume number and also searchable by citation, case title, and full text.
Courts
Understanding the Federal Courts
uscourts.gov
PDF files that explains the Third Branch of Government and the Courts.
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit (From Washington University)
ca8.uscourts.gov
Provides access to Circuit Opinions, Docket Sheets, Circuit Calendar, Circuit Rules and
Publications, and other information of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit.
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Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics
stats.bls.gov
Provides time series statistics for major labor and economic data; unemployment, CPI, PPI,
occupational injury rates, and employee benefits and more.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (From OSHA)
osha.gov
Provides access to regulations, statistics, information on ergonomics, workplace violence,
injuries and an alphabetical subject index.
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Law Enforcement & Crime
DEA--Drug Enforcement Administration
dea.gov
Provides statistics on drug data, information on programs, and many other publications.
FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation)
fbi.gov
Provides a history, employment opportunities, listing of offices and contacts,
investigations, and most-wanted.
U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics (From the U.S. Department of Justice)
ojp.usdoj.gov
Provides statistics on crimes, victims, drugs, homicide trends, and information on the
justice system, announcements, and press releases.
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Laws & Legislation
GPO Access (U.S. Government Printing Office)
gpoaccess.gov
GPO Access is a service of the United States Government Printing Office that provides
free searching and retrieving access to more than 50 online databases. These
databases include: U.S. Budget, U.S. Government Manual, Code of Federal Regulations,
Congressional Bills, Congressional Record, Federal Budget Publication and Economic Report
of the President, Federal Register, History of Bills, and United States Code.
THOMAS (Legislative Information from the Library of Congress)
thomas.loc.gov
A service from the U.S. Congress that provides public searching and access to Federal
legislation from the 104th-110th Congresses. Also includes Bill Summary & Status
from previous and current Congresses (1973-1998), House Roll Call Votes,
(1990-2007), Senate Roll Call
Votes (1997-2007), Public Laws by Law Number (1973-2007) and more.
Municipal Codes
municode.com
Allows access and searching of municipalities' ordinances throughout the
United States. Select the state and then the desired municipality.
Search the U.S. Code
uscode.house.gov
Allows searching of the U.S. Code by keyword, title, and other
subdivisions for citations of current revisions.
United States Code
gpoaccess.gov
The general and permanent laws of the United States in a searchable
database. Provides access to the 2000 and 1994 editions of the U.S.
code plus annual supplements.
United States Code Classification Tables
uscode.house.gov
Provides tables showing where recently enacted laws will appear in the
United States Code and which sections of the Code have been amended by
those laws.
United States Statutes at Large (1789-1875)
memory.loc.gov
Browsable by either page heading or volume, the site provides full
text of public and private laws passed by Congress, 1789-1875.
U.S. Congress to Year Conversion Table
sos.mo.gov
Convert from calendar years to congressional sessions and vice versa. For example, find out when the 96th Congress was in session.
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Regulations
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
gpoaccess.gov
Allows for searching of the CFR by keyword or citation to retrieve current rules and
regulations that are used and relied upon by agencies in performing their activities
and functions.
Federal Register (1995-2007)
gpoaccess.gov
Allows for searching of the Federal Register which is the official publication for
Notices, Rules, and Proposed Rules from Federal Agencies and Organizations as well as
Presidential Documents and Executive Orders.
OSHA Regulations
osha.gov
Provides searching ability and access to OSHA Regulations.
Regulations.Gov
regulations.gov
At this site, one can find, review, and submit comments on the full
text of Federal regulations that are published in the Federal Register.
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Statistical Sources
FedStats
fedstats.gov
Provides easy access to the full range of statistics and information produced by more than
70 agencies in the U.S. Federal Government for public use.
Statistical Abstract of the United States
census.gov
Contains a collection of statistics (over 1400 tables & graphs) on social and economic
conditions in the United States. Selected international data are also included.
Statistical Resources on the Web (From the University of Michigan)
lib.umich.edu
Directory is divided into broad subject categories and then provides links
to comprehensive lists and discrete items for both U.S. and international
information and data.
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Social Services / Funding Resources
Medicare
medicare.gov
Site provides comprehensive information on Medicare.
Nursing Home Compare--National Database To Compare Nursing Homes
medicare.gov
Allows searching on nursing home facilities throughout the nation and viewing of general inspection results.
Social Security Online
ssa.gov
Includes information on disability, Medicare, hearings and appeals, forms, international
benefits, SSA's regional offices and more.
Veterans Affairs
va.gov
Provides information on V.A. benefits, facilities, special programs, data, organization,
links, procurement, and more.
Funding
Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
http://www.cfda.gov
Provides access to the CFDA, a publication of Federal programs, projects, services, and
activities which provide assistance or benefits to the public. Includes available
funding amount, contact information, eligibility, and application deadlines.
Government Benefits
govbenefits.gov
Helps citizens access government benefit eligibility information through a
free, confidential and easy-to-use online screening tool. After
answering some basic questions, the user receives a customized report
listing the benefit programs for which the user, or person for whom he or
she is entering information, may be eligible.
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Travel Information
Health/Travel Info (From CDC)
cdc.gov
Provides information on disease outbreaks, geographic health recommendations, and health
information for international travel.
Travel Information (From the State Department)
state.gov
Provides information on passports, visas, travel warnings, travel publications, U.S.
Embassies, Consulates, and import/export of pets/wildlife/plants. Also includes
information on living overseas.
U.S. National Park Service Parknet
nps.gov
Provides information on national parks. Includes park maps, fees and reservations,
and special travel features.
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Voting / Elections /
Campaign Finances
FactCheck
factcheck.org
A non-partisan, non-profit site which monitors the factual accuracy of what is said by major U.S. political players in the form of TV ads, debates, speeches, interviews, and news releases.
FECInfo
tray.com
Site provides access to campaign finance data made public by the FEC. Searchable by candidate name, donor, parties, and PACs.
Federal Election Commission
fec.gov
Site provides access to campaign finance reports of candidates, political
parties, and PACs from 1933 to the present. It also includes links to campaign finance laws/regulations and voting results of elections from 1999-2006.
Federal Voting Assistance Program
fvap.gov
Provides information to the U.S. Citizens covered by the Uniformed and
Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act with voting information. More
than six million potential voters are in this category and this site
facilitates their participation in the democratic process.
Opensecrets.org
opensecrets.org
This site posted by the Center for Responsive Politics, a non-partisan, non-profit research group in Washington D.C., tracks money in politics, and its effect on elections and public policy. One can track an industry, candidates, campaign contributions by state or ZIP code and more.
Project Vote Smart
vote-smart.org
Service tracks the performance of over 13,000 political leaders: President,
Congress, Governors, and State Legislators. Includes biographies and addresses,
issue positions, voting records, campaign finances, status of legislation, members and
committees of Congress, voting records, and access to information on elections, federal
and state governments, issues, and politics.
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