Idaho Commission for Libraries

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This page is intended for Idaho state employees who produce and distribute agency publications in any format. All state agency publications are covered by depository law, which requires twenty copies to be deposited with the Idaho Commission for Libraries. This page provides information about the program and offers tips for complying with the law.

• Why a depository program? -- Philosophy, benefits, and depository law
  • Twenty is plenty -- Where your twenty copies go.
  • List of depository libraries receiving your publications.

• What is a state document? -- Determining which publications to deposit.

• Tips for setting up your distribution system
  • Publications Log
  • Acquisitions: -- Common problems and time-saving tips.
  • How to send us your publications .
• Producing publications
  • Before you go to press. . . Key bibliographic elements to include in your publications.
  • Getting it printed -- Printing manual from state Division of Purchasing.

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