This page features resources on the wide range of electronic government sources in an array of subject areas. But what if someone doesn't understand government information, or would like a good introduction to the most general sources that cover many topics?

This module is designed to provide a general introduction to government information, as well as to present the most useful electronic resources. 

Guides to Resources

• Government Information: What is it?  Why use it?  How is it Organized?
• Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP)
• The World of Online Government Information

Key Resources

• USA.gov - the U.S. government's official portal
• Fedstats.gov
• Statistical Abstract of the United States
• GPO Access
• Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for Kids
• Government Information Helpers
• Government Agency Twitter streams