Book Description

The editors believe that information professionals must move beyond mere description of government information sources and activities and assess the policy system that provides a framework for them. Beginning with the need for research and analytical studies in the field, the authors trace the historical development of Federal information policy; review the role of the Office of Management and Budget in the development of policy; and present private-sector and citizens' perspectives. Other topics include: rights and restrictions of access to government information; electronic collection and dissemination of information by Federal agencies; the National Technical Information Service and efforts to privatize its operations; and the complexities in dealing with protected information. ISBN 0-89391-563-7: $49.50.