The United States Government Manual 2019

Known As The Official Handbook Of The Federal Government This Annual Resource Provides Comprehensive Information On The Agencies Of The Legislative Judicial And Executive Branches As Well As Quasi-Official Agencies International Organizations In Which The United States Participates Boards Commissions And Committees. Each Agency'S Description Consists Of A List Of Principal Officials; A Summary Statement Of The Agency'S Purpose And Role In The Federal Government; A Brief History Of The Agency Including Its Legislative Or Executive Authority; And A Description Of Consumer Activities Contracts And Grants Employment And Publications.