How do I access government documents?

Answer

Library Databases:

This linked list of databases provides access to government publications, including congressional records, statistical reports, and policy documents.  You may also search the catalog for government publications.

Official Government Websites:

Many government agencies publish reports, data, and policy documents directly on their websites and are available for free.

DiscoverGov provides simple, one-stop searching across multiple U.S. Federal Government databases including:

GPO's Catalog of U.S. Government Publications (CGP) and GovInfo.

Ask a Librarian:

We can help you locate specific documents, navigate government websites, and identify state, local, or international government documents. Follow this link to get help from a librarian in-person or virtually.

 

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  • Last Updated Dec 16, 2025
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