Sets on microform probably account for most failures of local bibliographic control within libraries. (Author)

Discusses the history of regional depository libraries, and the interpretation and implementation of, and problems inherent in the Depository Library Act of 1962. Such problems include the increased volume of documents, lack of resources, and collection management. Also examined is the legislative proposal for a national depository library.…

Summarizes the history and provides an overview of federal and provincial depository systems in Canada, with particular attention to developments in the late 1970s. The crisis of 1978-79, which threatened the loss of depository status for many libraries, is discussed. Nine sources are listed. (RAA)

Reviews trends in library programs for state and local government publications and documents the increased interest in microforms and databases. Discussion focuses on publication distribution and control, and efforts to support interstate networking. There are 28 references. (RAA)

Explores the variety of depository arrangements among international agencies, concentrating on the United Nations depository program. Merits and limitations of selected depository operations and the experiences of selected librarians are discussed to develop suggestions for improvement. There are 14 references and a questionnaire. (RAA)

Examines factors which affect access as it applies to the federal depository library program and studies the articulation between federal, state, and local programs. An alternative organizational structure is proposed for coordination of a multilevel government depository and information dissemination program, using a system-as-a-whole approach.…

Overview of public access to government publications in terms of policy set by Reagan administration and Congress highlights Government Printing Office sales program, Freedom of Information Act, and Title 44 "United States Code" revision. Research on government publication access in depository collections and selected policy issues is…

Examines the Australian experience of legal deposit mandated only to the national and state libraries, supplemented by a free issue to 19 university libraries. Also examines the value of the depository program in providing accessible information and alternative strategies for providing public access to government information. There are 33…

Examines the importance of the new technologies and computerized data to the survival and flourishing of the GPO depository program. Included are views on microfiche, computer output microfilm, and comments on the role of the Joint Committee on Printing. Three references are provided. (RAA)

In an attempt to clarify the indexing and announcing controls for government documents, this issue of the Drexel Library Quarterly presents background information on several of the information controlling and access agencies, describes their operations, and points out their inherent problems and weaknesses. The agencies covered are the Government…