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On December 6, 2023, GPO opened the Print Distribution Titles List (PDT) questionnaire to Federal depository libraries asking them to submit their requests for limited print titles on the Print Distribution Titles (PDT) list. Libraries are also able to indicate which criteria they are using for requesting priority for receiving that title. Additionally, a preview of… Read More

In the next step of the implementation of the New Limited Print Distribution Framework, GPO is asking depository libraries to submit their requests for 20- and 50-copy titles on the Print Distribution Titles List (PDT). You will also be able to indicate which criteria you are using for requesting priority for receiving that title. Unlimited titles from this list remain… Read More

There is just one week left to complete and submit your 2023 Biennial Survey to GPO. We are at a completion rate of 72%, and we need to get to 100%. The deadline to submit is December 8, 2023. It is through this mechanism that depositories fulfill their legal obligation to “report to the Superintendent of Documents at least every two years concerning their condition… Read More

The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) has won four Graphic Design Awards from Graphic Design USA magazine. After reviewing more than 10,000 entries, Graphic Design USA magazine selected GPO to win awards for the following work: 2023 Capitol Christmas Tree logo, U.S. Forest Service Early Stages Development Guide, District of Columbia Public Schools Conflict… Read More

GPO recently distributed the publication, Black Americans in Congress, 1870-2022. This publication is now being offered as a Special Selection Offer. Libraries not selecting item number 0996-A-02 can request to receive the publication. Cataloging and distribution information: Title: Black Americans in Congress, 1870-2022 Item Number: 0996-A-02 SuDoc Class Number:… Read More

The FDLP Academy presented informative sessions about various U.S. Government map and geography resources this year. The speakers are subject-matter experts from the Federal depository library community and Federal agencies. Below is a list of the webinar recordings: Cartographic Resources from the Federal Government: A Roadmap to your Geospatial… Read More

FDLP.gov will undergo routine maintenance this week. Start Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 4:30 p.m. (EDT) End Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 6:30 p.m. (EDT) Total Duration: 2 hours During this time, no content will be updated, and you may experience brief, intermittent downtime. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation… Read More

There are two weeks left to complete and submit your 2023 Biennial Survey to GPO. The deadline is Friday, December 8, 2023. It is through this mechanism that depositories fulfill their legal obligation to “report to the Superintendent of Documents at least every two years concerning their condition” (44 U.S.C. §1909). A preview of the survey questions is available… Read More

During the week of November 13-17, 2023, meetings were held in each of the four National Collection Service Areas (NCSAs): Midwest, West, South, and Northeast. The purpose of these meetings was to review requirements for libraries that would like to continue receiving the tangible Print Distribution Titles (PDT) and to discuss criteria for the allocation of these titles… Read More

GPO recently distributed the publication, Black Americans in Congress, 1870-2022. This publication is now being offered as a Special Selection Offer. Libraries not selecting item number 0996-A-02 can request to receive the publication.  Cataloging and distribution information: Title: Black Americans in Congress, 1870-2022 Item Number: 0996-A… Read More