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How to Find Information in a Library and on the Internet

Description: This guide to finding information in libraries and on the Internet has been prepared for constituents who want to learn more about topics that interest them. It includes background directories, current information, reference books, and websites for government, politics, legislation, and other sources. It lists a number of Internet search engines, which can be used at many public libraries. It also suggests guides on how to search, including one for kids.
Date: December 15, 2004
Creator: Platt, Suzy
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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How to Find Information in a Library and on the Internet

Description: This report includes background directories, current information, reference books, and websites for government, politics, legislation, and other sources. It lists a number of Internet search engines, which can be used at many public libraries and also suggests guides on how to search, including one for kids.
Date: January 24, 2005
Creator: Platt, Suzy
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies: Overview of Fiscal Year 2018 Appropriations

Description: This report first presents a brief overview of the major agencies in the annual Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill. It then describes the appropriations requested by President Trump for FY2018. Next, it compares the President's request for FY2018 with appropriations enacted for FY2017. It then compares the amounts in H.R. 3354, as reported by the House Appropriations Committee, with FY2017 enacted appropriations and with FY2018 appropriations requested by the Presid… more
Date: August 29, 2017
Creator: Vincent, Carol Hardy
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Libraries and the USA PATRIOT Act

Description: This report discusses how and when the USA PATRIOT ACT P.L. 107-56 applies to libraries and bookstores under Section 215 of the Foreign Surveillance Intelligence Act. A reply to House Judiciary Committee from The Justice Department notes that the use of Section 215 has been sparse or nonexistent.
Date: February 26, 2003
Creator: Doyle, Charles
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Libraries and the USA PATRIOT Act

Description: This report discusses how and when the USA PATRIOT ACT P.L. 107-56 applies to libraries and bookstores under Section 215 of the Foreign Surveillance Intelligence Act. The Senate Select Committee on Intelligence planned legislation to permanently rework Section 215 which was set to expire on December 31, 2005. Updated July 6, 2005.
Date: July 6, 2005
Creator: Doyle, Charles
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Libraries and the USA PATRIOT Act

Description: This report discusses how and when the USA PATRIOT ACT P.L. 107-56 applies to libraries and bookstores under Section 215 of the Foreign Surveillance Intelligence Act. Includes legislative changes and amendments made in relation to Section 215. Updated August 19, 2005.
Date: August 19, 2005
Creator: Doyle, Charles
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Parliamentary Reference Sources: House of Representatives

Description: This report discusses the availability and format of three types of parliamentary reference materials: official sources such as the House Rules and Manual and the published precedents; publications of committees and offices of the House; and documents prepared by House party and leadership organizations. It also reviews some principles of House parliamentary procedure that are important to consider when using information from parliamentary reference sources.
Date: March 16, 2004
Creator: Carr, Thomas P.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Parliamentary Reference Sources: House of Representatives

Description: This report discusses the availability and format of three types of parliamentary reference materials: official sources such as the House Rules and Manual and the published precedents; publications of committees and offices of the House; and documents prepared by House party and leadership organizations. It also reviews some principles of House parliamentary procedure that are important to consider when using information from parliamentary reference sources.
Date: September 15, 2005
Creator: Carr, Thomas P.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Parliamentary Reference Sources: House of Representatives

Description: This report provides an overview of the three types of parliamentary reference materials and their availability. The types are as follows: official sources such as "House Rules and Manual", publications from offices of the House and of the committees, and documents from leadership organizations and the House party. The report also provides an overview of parliamentary procedures.
Date: July 27, 2001
Creator: Carr, Thomas P.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Parliamentary Reference Sources: Senate

Description: This report discusses the types of Senates parliamentary reference materials and provides information on the Senate's parliamentary procedures. The three types of Senate parliamentary reference materials are official sources such as the "Senate Manual", publications from offices of the Senate and of the committees, and the rules of the party conference.
Date: July 27, 2001
Creator: Carr, Thomas P.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Presidential Libraries: The Federal System and Related Legislation

Description: Through the National Archives and Records Administration, the federal government currently manages and maintains 12 presidential libraries. Inaugurated with the Presidential Libraries Act of 1955, these entities are privately constructed on behalf of former Presidents and, upon completion, are deeded to the federal government. This report provides a brief overview of the federal presidential libraries system and tracks the progress of related legislation.
Date: November 26, 2008
Creator: Relyea, Harold C.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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E-Rate for Schools: Background on Telecommunications Discounts Through the Universal Service Fund

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about telecommunications discounts through the Universal Service Fund, in regards to E-rate for schools. Topics include, impacts on education, current level of access, available federal assistance, application and award process, etc..
Date: January 4, 2001
Creator: Stedman, James B. & Osorio-O'Dea, Patricia
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: January 12, 2001
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: March 11, 2003
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: May 16, 2003
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: June 27, 2003
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: August 1, 2003
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: October 7, 2003
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: May 29, 2002
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: June 21, 2002
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: August 1, 2002
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Telecommunications Discounts for Schools and Libraries: The "E-Rate" Program and Controversies

Description: Congressional Research Service (CRS) report entailing information about the E-rate program and controversies in regards to telecommunications discounts for schools and libraries. Topics include, recent developments, scope and funding, program status, etc.
Date: September 10, 2002
Creator: Gilroy, Angele A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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