The United States Government Manual 2013

NOTE: NO FURTHER DISCOUNTS ON THIS ITEM- OVERSTOCK SALE -- Significantly reduced list price while supplies last. The US Government Manualis known as the Official handbook of the Federal Government. This annual resource provides comprehensive information on the agencies of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches, as well as quasi-official agencies, international organizations in which the United States participates, boards, commissions, and committees. Each agency's description consists of a list of principal officials; a summary statement of the agency's purpose and role in the Federal Government; a brief history of the agency, including its legislative or executive authority; and a description of consumer activities, contracts and grants, employment, and publications.A typical agency description includes a list of principal offcials, a summary statement of the agency s purpose and role in the Federal Government, a brief history of the agency, including its legislative or executive authority, a description of its programs and activities, and a Sources of Information section. This last section provides information on consumer activities, contracts and grants, employment, publications, and many other areas of public interest.This annual reference book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the organization and function of the United States Federal Government agencies and quasi-ageny organizations that may receive Federal appropriated funds for some of their operations. Other related resources: United States Government Policy and Supporting Positions 2012 (Plum Book) -Print Paperback format- can be found here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/052-070-07648-8"