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Peer reviewedPack, Nancy C.; Foos, Donald D. – RQ, 1992
Outlines the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 in regard to libraries. Discusses the responsibilities libraries have in hiring disabled persons and providing services, accommodations, and telecommunications, and describes ADA compliance activities in Florida. (96 references/notes) (EA)
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Civil Rights, Compliance (Legal), Disabilities
Peer reviewedVarga, William R. – RQ, 1984
This paper outlines the history and purpose of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which insures the right to access the voluminous files of U.S. government agencies, and explains FOIA implementation procedures for reference librarians assisting patrons. Recent attempts to amend the FOIA are discussed. Thirty-four references are cited. (EJS)
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Federal Regulation, Government Publications, Information Retrieval
Peer reviewedWilkinson, Patrick J. – RQ, 1987
Discussion of barriers that prevent open and free access to government information highlights federal policies toward reduced data collection for and dissemination of agency studies and privatization of these functions; the use of microforms and computer technologies as media for government information; and the quality of depository library…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Depository Libraries, Federal Government, Government Publications
