The Internet Archive has been designated a federal depository library by U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, in recognition of its digital-first approach to providing public access to federal government publications. The designation was confirmed in a letter to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
The Archive holds both physical and digital collections and is known for improving access to information, including through integration into platforms such as Wikipedia. The new status is expected to enhance access to government materials for researchers, educators, and the public.
The designation details are outlined in an official letter and a related KQED report.
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