FDLP Rules & Instructions

The FDLP Rules and Instructions provides depository libraries with a current, consolidated resource of all required program rules and further instructions for following them. These revised Program rules and instructions support today's library operations and free, public access to FDLP resources, in all formats.

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Did you know that the Historic Monthly Catalog of U.S. Government Publications is available as a separate dataset in the CGP? Learn more.

FDLP Rules & Instructions

The FDLP Academy Training Repository provides access to recorded webinars, webcasts, and FDLP conferences. Associated slides and handouts are also available.

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Have you tried DiscoverGov, GPO’s web-based search tool that provides simple, one-stop searching across multiple U.S. Government databases?

News

  •  How is your library celebrating Halloween this year? Are you showcasing any spooky Government publications online or in the library? Have some fun with your library’s … Read More
  • Save the date, and mark your calendars. The spring 2027 Depository Library Council Virtual Meeting will take place in March.FDLP Pre-Meeting: Wednesday, March 24, 2027DLC… Read More
  • GPO’s System of Online Access | Collection Development Plan for fiscal year 2026 is now available on FDLP.gov. GPO continues to increase access to current and historic… Read More
  • The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) has named the New Mexico Supreme Court Law Library in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the 2026 Federal Depository Library of the Year. The… Read More
  • The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) honors the University of Colorado Boulder Libraries for having the best website in the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP)… Read More
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Events Calendar

FDLP Pre-Meeting

March 24, 2027 1:00 pm ET

Spring 2027 DLC Virtual Meeting

March 30, 2027 12:00 pm ET
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National Disability Employment Awareness Month recognizes and celebrates the many contributions American workers with disabilities make to our workplaces and economy. Learn more.

The Pacific Telegraph Act of 1860 authorized funding of a transcontinental telegraph line. On October 24, 1861, the transcontinental telegraph was completed. Telegraphy was the first form of electronic communication and contributed to the progression of telecommunication systems which have become a significant part of life in the 21st century. Learn more.

Congrats to the Daniel F. Cracchiolo Law Library at the University of Arizona as they celebrate their 35th anniversary in the FDLP. Read their blog post, and check out their newly-revamped research guide.

At the New Mexico State Library, Ben Franklin is now...do na na na na Bat Ben!

SpiderBen is spinning his webs throughout the University of Puerto Rico Law Library!

The Catalog of U.S. Government Publications (CGP) will undergo routine maintenance this weekend. Users may experience intermittent downtime.