Law Library

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Washoe County Law Library
Second Judicial District Court
75 Court Street, Room 101
Reno, NV 89501
(775) 328-3250
LawLibrary@washoecourts.us

Hours of Operation

Monday & Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday & Wednesday: 10:00am - 7:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Note: Law Library will remain Closed on all legal holidays listed in
NRS 236.015, and at 5:00 pm the evening before a holiday.

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FDLP Basic Collection: Core U.S. Government Resources

This library is a congressionally designated depository for U.S. Government documents. Public access to the Government documents collection is guaranteed by public law. (Title 44 United States Code)

The Washoe County Law Library has been a Selective depository library in the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) since January of 1998. These resources are vital sources of information about the workings and essential activities of the U.S. Government.

Many government documents are accessible online. Please see our Catalog for electronic FDLP materials available. Some microfiche materials may not be available in the catalog. We are still in the process of cataloging those items.

If you have a government document related question please contact:

Sarah Bates, Law Librarian
775-328-3250
LawLibrary@washoecourts.us
75 Court Street, Room 101
Reno, NV 89501

To access the FDLP list of Core U.S. Government Resources directly go here. For an additional list including historic cornerstone documents, see govinfo's Other Resources, also known as Core Documents of Our Democracy.

Assistance Listings	Provides detailed, public descriptions of Federal assistance listings available to State and local governments (including the District of Columbia); Federally recognized Indian tribal governments, Territories (and possessions) of the United States; domestic public, quasi- public, and private profit and nonprofit organizations and institutions; specialized groups, and individuals.
Ben's guide to the U.S. Government	Presents educational content for the public on the workings of the U.S. Government and U.S. history, with a focus on civics.
Budget of the United States Government	Contains the budget message of the President, information about the President's budget proposals for a given fiscal year, and other budgetary publications issued throughout the fiscal year.
Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance	The federal government provides assistance to the American public in the form of projects, services, and activities. It supports a broad range of programs-such as education, health care, research, infrastructure, economic development and other programs-through grants, loans, scholarships, insurance, and other types of financial assistance.
Catalog of U.S. Government Publications	A finding tool for publications from all three branches of the U.S. government. Updated daily, it contains descriptive records for current and historical publications and provides direct links to those online.
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)	The annual edition of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by departments and agencies of the U.S. Government.
Compilation of Presidential Documents	The official publications of materials released by the White House Press Secretary.
Congress.gov	Provides information about legislative activities, publications, and other related materials for members of Congress and the public.
Congressional Record	The official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress, published daily when Congress is in session. (Note: This is the daily edition. There is also a bound edition.)
The Constitution of the United States of America: Analysis and Interpretation	Also known as the Constitution Annotated, includes the U.S. Constitution and analysis and interpretation, with in-text annotations of cases decided by the Supreme Court of the United States.
Daily Compilation of Presidential Documents	The Compilation of Presidential Documents collection consists of the Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents and the Daily Compilation of Presidential Documents which are the official publications of materials released by the White House Press Secretary.
Economic Indicators	Published monthly by the Council of Economic Advisors for the Joint Economic Committee, provides economic information on GDP, income, employment, production, business activity, prices, money, credit, security markets, Federal finance, and international statistics.
The Economic Report of the President to the Congress	An annual report, issued by the Executive Office of the President and the Council of Economic Advisors, providing on overview of economic progress, with extensive data appendices.
Explore Census Data (also known as data.census.gov)	A source for population, economic, housing, and geographic information and data about the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Island areas.
Federal Register	The daily publication of the rules, proposed rules, and notices of Federal agencies and organizations, along with executive orders.
govinfo	A database providing authenticated access to official publications from all three branches of the U.S. Government.
Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH)	A resource for occupational and career information, providing profiles on a majority of jobs in the United States. Profiles describe the work environment, education and training needed, a ten year outlook, and median pay for workers.
Official Congressional Directory	Includes biographical and directory information about members of the House and Senate, committee memberships, terms of service, and related content.
Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States	Official publication of the President's addresses, writings, and remarks.
Social Security Handbook	Resource for the most common questions about Social Security.
United States Code	The codification by subject matter of the general and permanent laws of the United States, divided by broad subjects into 53 titles.
The United States Government Manual	The official handbook of the U.S. Government, providing information on the agencies from all three branches, quasi-official agencies, international organizations in which the United States participates, boards, commissions, and committees.
United States Reports	Contains the final version of the opinions of the Supreme Court of the United States.
United States Statutes at Large	Contains the permanent laws enacted during each session of Congress.
USA.gov	A subject-based portal to Federal services and resources online. A Spanish site is also available.

Disclaimer: The information on this web page should NOT be construed as providing legal advice; any inquiries relating to legal issues should be directed to legal counsel.