Government Information: Federal

USA.gov is the U.S. government's official web portal.

FDsys provides free online access to official Federal Government publication.

The FedWorld.gov web site is a gateway to government information.

In the spirit of Thomas Jefferson, legislative information from the Library of Congress

CFDA contains detailed program descriptions for 2,123 Federal assistance programs.

Based on the Guide to the House and Senate Members and information in the Congressional Pictorial Directory, the app allows users to browse for Members of Congress by last name, state, chamber, or party. Additionally, users can search by first and last name.

The CIS US Serial Set Index (Congressional Information Service) and accompanying microfiche library is a collection of congressional publications, 1789 to 1969.

The United States Department of Justice Guide to the Freedom of Information Act (2009 edition) is a comprehensive legal treatise of the FOIA's procedural requirements, exemptions, and litigation considerations. It contains a detailed analysis of the key judicial opinions issued on the FOIA.

Tax Information, General Points for Filing Taxes

The executive branch of the government is responsible for enforcing the laws of the land. The president, vice president, department heads (cabinet members), and heads of independent agencies carry out this mission.

Courts decide arguments about the meaning of laws and how they are applied. They also decide if laws violate the Constitution—this is known as judicial review, and it is how federal courts provide checks and balances on the legislative and executive branches.

Article I of the Constitution establishes the legislative or law making branch of government. It has a two-branch Congress—the Senate and the House of Representatives—and agencies that support Congress.