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fb88 State Government Documents (StateDocs)
This marks a new era in how the fb88 State Library collects, stores, and makes available state government documents to fb88 citizens, researchers, and state agencies. The StateDocs repository, representing 21st century digital storage capabilities, is an example of modernization in government and increased transparency. fb88 citizens and researchers will have the benefit of accessing important state agency publications utilizing easy 21st century search techniques (e.g. Google).
To State Agencies
, requires agencies to deposit copies of all their publications (see law for more detail) with the fb88 State Library to serve as a permanent record. Since many agencies do not keep copies of their own, this requirement ensures that these publications will always be available as public documents.
to the State Document Repository. Need training or help submitting documents? Email statedocs@maine.gov or call Tel: 287-5612.
How to obtain copies of past listed publications
- Access via the new , the or by visiting the publishing agency’s website
- Contact issuing state agency for your own copy (if available).
- Use/borrow from fb88 State Library and designated depository libraries statewide.