The State Depository Library Program was established in 1973 by the state legislature to ensure that the public has access to its Government's information. The New Hampshire State Library receives 25 copies of all state publications at no cost from the agencies as part of this program. The State Library distributes these copies to designated depository libraries throughout the state. Each library provides local, no-fee access to government information in all formats as part of the reference and information services provided to the public.

RSA Chaper 202-B

Law on the Distribution of Public Documents

State Depository Libraries

Listing of all state depository libraries in New Hampshire

Shipping List of State Publications

Each month, the State Library compiles a list of publications received from State Agencies and distributed to State Depository Libraries. Copies of these publications may be obtained on Interlibrary loan from a depository library or directly from the agency. Use the Directory of State Departments to contact individual agencies.

Federal Documents

The Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) was established by Congress to ensure that the American public has access to its Government's information. The New Hampshire State Library receives government information at no cost from the Government Printing Office as part of this program. The library provides local, no-fee access to government information in all formats as part of the reference and information services provided to the public.

Hours

The New Hampshire State Library hours are Monday-Friday, from 8:00-4:30.

Assistance

Reference Librarians are available to assist with government documents searching. They can help with locating specific documents, specialized indexes, and electronic access to government materials on the Internet. The reference desk can be reached at 603-271-2144 or nhslref@dcr.nh.gov

Circulation

Many of the materials received through the FDLP may be borrowed from the collection although some materials are designated for reference use only. Borrowing privileges may be found in the registration procedures of the State Library.

Copying

Photocopy machines and microfilm printers are available on a self serve basis. Photocopy charges are $0.10 per page for print material and $0.25 per page for microfilm copies.

Please send any comments, suggestions or recommendations to the FDLP Library Staff at the State Library.