Search Samford Libraries Catalog

There are a variety of ways to find government information.

The Samford Libraries Catalog searches everything cataloged by the University Libraries including goverment documents in print, microform, media and online.

To limit before search, in Samford Libraries Catalog, go to (More Searches) dropdown on top right and select Advanced Keyword.

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To limit after search, in Samford Libraries Catalog, go to top center, click Modify Search.

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Your search terms have been copied to the Advanced Keyword Search form. Add Limits (Optional) including Location, Material Type and/or others.

Search Google and Other Portals

Google

Add "site:.gov" to your search

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USA.gov

The U.S. government's official web portal

Access government information

Science.gov

Gateway to science information

Access science information

Search HeinOnline

HeinOnline Fully searchable, .pdf library of archival legal documents, from 1700s - present; includes Law Journal, Federal Register, Treaties and Agreements, and U.S. Supreme Court collections.

Why would you need a government document?

If you need a Public law or act, Primary source, or Statistics.

Or if you have a hot topic, one of these might supplement your research: Congressional hearing, Relevant agency or department document or findings.