Presidential Libraries: The Federal System and Related Legislation

Abstract

Through the National Archives and Records Administration, the federal government currently manages and maintains 12 presidential libraries. Inaugurated with the Presidential Libraries Act of 1955, these entities are privately constructed on behalf of former Presidents and, upon completion, are deeded to the federal government. Deposited within these edifices are the official records and papers of the former President, as well as documentary materials of his family and, often, his political associates. These holdings are made available for public examination in accordance with prevailing law concerning custody, official secrecy, personal privacy, and other similar restrictions. This report provides a brief overview of the federal presidential libraries system and tracks the progress of related legislation (H.R. 1254, H.R. 1255, H.R. 5811, S. 886).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 26, 2008
Accession Number
ADA509958

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  • Harold C. Relyea

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  • Library of Congress

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  • National Governments
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  • Records
  • Records Management
  • United States
  • United States Government
  • Universities

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