depository library

A library legally designated to receive without charge all or a portion of the government documents provided by the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO) and other federal agencies to the Superintendent of Documents for distribution through the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP), having made a legal commitment to comply with federal regulations concerning maintenance and accessibility. Some federal depositories also collect publications issued by state government agencies. A regional depository library receives and retains permanently at least one copy of all the documents distributed through the FDLP, but a selective depository library receives only a percentage of the available publications and is required to retain them for a minimum of 5 years. Depository libraries are required to complete a self-study and/or undergo inspection at intervals of 6-7 years to assure compliance with FDLP rules and regulations. Click here to connect to the GPO Access Federal Depository Library locator service. Compare with repository. See also: basic collection, Depository Library Council, and depository library number.

Depository Library Council (DLC)

Formally established in 1972, the Depository Library Council is appointed by the Public Printer to advise on matters pertaining to the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) as provided in Title 44 U.S.C. The mission of the DLC is to assist the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO) in identifying and evaluating alternatives for improving public access to government information through the FDLP and for optimizing available resources. Its 15 members are selected to provide a diverse range of opinion and expertise, and to represent a cross section of the various types of DLP libraries, with at least half of the members employed in depository libraries in positions that provide experience in a documents department. Click here to learn more about the DLC.

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