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The @LawLibCongress is open to the public Mon - Sat from 8:30am - 5pm (retrieval service ends at 4pm). The @LawLibCongress is closed on Sun and the Federal Holidays listed here:- You don't have to be a Capitol Hill staffer to use the @LawLibCongress—it is open to all researchers 18 years or older; all you need is a free RIC. What's an RIC? Find out here: http://go.usa.gov/WpI Read more
- The Guide to Law Online, curated by the @LawLibCongress, is an annotated guide that includes links to useful and reliable sites that provide information on government and law.
- Want to know exactly what is being said about U.S. legislation on Twitter? Find out ... the @THOMASdotgov way—search for #HR or #S + the bill number (e.g. #HR1351 or #S1351) and join the conversation!
- Do you wonder what the hopes and dreams of the @LawLibCongress are? ... Wonder no more! Check out the Library's strategic plan for 2011-2016, over on the #ICLblog. http://1.usa.gov/y6wFWi Read more
- If the @LawLibCongress Foursquare, Twitter, and/or RSS options don't meet your needs, you should check out the Facebook page for more updates and events at the Law Library. http://on.fb.me/vafEaI Read more
- Often wonder what Washington was like in the time of our Founding Fathers? Catch a glimpse through the historic documents of the "Century of Lawmaking for a New Nation" project. http://go.usa.gov/Wpp Read more
- The @LawLibCongress now has an online Automated Call Slip (ACS) system; no more paper slips for you! Check out this →
- The POTUS nominates individuals to a variety of civilian, judicial, & military posts. (Confirmation is another story.) Via @THOMASdotgov http://go.usa.gov/Wdw you can Search Presidential Nominations. Read more
- Have a question? Well, you don't have to come to the physical Law Library of Congress to ask it. Check out http://go.usa.gov/Wp9 and "Ask a Librarian" there. Read more
- Already know which legal texts you need? Request them via the @LibraryCongress Online Catalog and they'll be ready for you when you arrive at the @LawLibCongress. Details here:
- If you're looking for a short biography, of any member of Congress, from 1774 - Present, the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress http://go.usa.gov/WdQ is a great resource. Read more
- The @THOMASdotgov Bill Summary & Status (BSS) page
- The @LawLibCongress is the largest body of US, Comparative, and International Law & Legislation in the world. Have a look at the free guides
- The @LawLibCongress offers a half-day class designed to give a basic introduction to legal sources and research techniques. http://1.usa.gov/ypo0Un This class is open to the public! Read more
Faith HambySeptember 26, 2014If you're looking for an internship, try LLC. Internships tend to be unpaid, but you gain real work experience assisting actual projects unlike some internships where you're a glorified gopher.- Not able to visit the @LawLibCongress? The Federal Depository Library Program ensures the American public has free access to its Government's information. Find a library here. http://go.usa.gov/Wdj Read more
- Faith HambySeptember 26, 2014The atmosphere. The inevitable sense of being part of history. There's always something new to learn.
- Constantly on the go? Aren't really into Twitter or Facebook? ... You can always keep up with the @LawLibCongress via RSS feed
- Ever wondered "What has my congressperson done for me lately?". Easily see the sponsored & cosponsored legislation of all congresspersons (going back to 1973) on @THOMASdotgov.
- Everyone knows that @THOMASdotgov provides free access to federal legislation, but @THOMASdotgov can also help route you to state legislature websites. http://1.usa.gov/wVtSxN Read more
- The Global Legal Monitor is a frequently updated—free & on-demand—online publication of the @LawLibCongress, covering legal developments of nations from Eritrea to New Zealand.
- Be sure to follow @THOMASdotgov
- "In Custodia Legis" is Latin for "in the custody of the law". The librarians of the @LawLibCongress take this charge seriously. How seriously? ... It's the name of their blog.
- Trying to figure out what is meant by a Motion to Recommit, a Teller Vote, a Live Pair, or Cloture? ... @THOMASdotgov can help! Just head on over to the Congressional Glossary.
- Need help understanding "How Our Laws Are Made"? You can download a free PDF on the very topic, via THOMAS, as it pertains to both the House
- Want to know how your Congressperson voted on a given matter? Find out via the @LawLibCongress Roll Call Votes page.
- Are you a teacher looking to inform our nation's young citizens? Classroom resources and general information for educators at all levels can be found here: http://go.usa.gov/Wdy Read more
- Are you a legislative junkie? Want to show the world? ... Go here →
- Want to know what years were covered by the 97th Congress, how much your Congressperson is paid, or how to link to THOMAS? Head on over to the @THOMASdotgov FAQ page for answers!
- The @LawLibCongress has entered the Digital Age! Check out the digitized materials currently available online by following this link. →
- Keep up with your favorite committee through the Congressional Schedules and Calendars page—maintained by @THOMASdotgov.
Caleb HaysAugust 10, 2015Currently in a temporary location in the Madison building due to remodeling. Look for signs.- The Global Legal Information Network
- Want to "Read the Bill" for yourself? You can, by using THOMAS!
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Law Library of Congress
101 Independence Ave SE, Rm 201
Washington, D.C. 20540
United States
Washington, D.C. 20540
United States
Congress established its Law Library in 1832, recognizing its need for ready access to reliable legal materials. Over the years, the Law Library has grown to become the world’s largest law library—with over 2.65 million volumes spanning the ages & covering virtually every jurisdiction in the world.
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