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"The publications of a government are the records of that nation's existence; they are the source material of its history." -- Edith E. Clarke, Guide to the Use of United States Government Publications.

Locating Government Publications:

   Government Information Subject Guides

Topical Guides for finding legislative, executive and judicial resources for all levels of government at the UTSA Library:
Federal (U.S.) | Texas | San Antonio | International | Legal | Other Subjects

Overview of Government Documents at UTSA

General information on types of government documents and locations.

Government Documents Depository Program at UTSA Library

The UTSA Library receives government materials in print, microform and electronic formats. Use of government publications is available to UTSA faculty, staff, and students as well as to members of the general public. UTSA Library receives government publications from the following:

• official publications from Texas state agencies
• official publications from Texas county and local governments
• official publications from branches and agencies of the federal government
• official publications from the U.S. Congress

• Federal Depository Library Program
The U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO) is one of the most prolific publishers in the world; information on almost any subject can be found in Federal government publications. UTSA selects 41% of items available.
• Texas State Publications Depository Program
UTSA is a 100% depository for Texas State documents.

These official government sources are supplemented and enhanced through the purchasing of materials or licensing electronic access from private or commercial publishers such as LexisNexis.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Government Documents Unit is to serve the government information needs of the UTSA community and citizens of the 23rd U.S. Congressional District by collecting and organizing government information and providing free public access, instruction, and quality reference assistance in the use of these materials.

7/29/09