Federal Depository Library
The Bertrand Library is a federal depository library. The Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) was established by Congress to ensure that the American public has access to its Government's information. The FDLP provides Government information at no cost to designated depository libraries throughout the country and territories. These depository libraries, in turn, provide local, no-fee access to Government information in an impartial environment with professional assistance. Listed below are the titles in the basic collection that every depository library is required to have available for immediate public access.
- govinfo This link opens in a new windowA database providing authenticated access to official publications from all three branches of the U.S. Government.
- Data.census.govLearn about America's People, Places, and Economy on the official United States Census Bureau data platform.
- Compilation of Presidential DocumentsThe official publications of materials released by the White House Press Secretary.
- United States Government ManualThe official handbook of the Federal Government, providing information on the agencies of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches. It also includes information on quasi-official agencies; international organizations in which the United States participates; and boards, commissions, and committees.