What is Government Information?
Government information, whether international, federal, state, or local information, offers legal and policy information, data and statistics, and consumable information such as health and well-being information. At the time of publication, it can give a snap shot of the goals and missions of the agency producing the information.

And why should I use it in my research?
While most will not fall under the "peer reviewed" category frequently requested by professors, they are generally considered credible, reliable, and authoritative. For example, the Congressional Research Service (CRS) works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress, CRS has been a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill for more than a century. CRS is well-known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective and nonpartisan.