Washington Information Directory

Homeland security - the federal government's effort through new laws, agency actions, and departmental reorganizations - has brought increased complexity to understanding Washington and navigating the information maze.

In the wake of the 2001 terrorist attacks, the Bush administration proposed a far-reaching consolidation of agencies and their functions - a reorganization that affects the lines of authority in Congress as well.

Understanding who does what, and in which agency, is a daunting task.

The 2003-2004 edition of the acclaimed Washington Information Directory points the way.

Long called the road map to Washington information, the Directory is now even more essential to the work of everyone trying to sort out the complexities of the national government.

Whether looking for information about environmental issues, reporting a missing Social Security check, or tracking down details about the labor force, Washington Information Directory is the fastest way to find out whom to contact and how best to reach them.

Washington Information Directory is the one resource you can trust to navigate the complicated web of official Washington. The book is your one-stop source for the right information.

Here's just a sample of what the Washington Information Directory can help you and your patrons to find quickly: Where to learn about federal grants and contracts; Whom to call for statistics on trade, health, or pollution; Which consumer groups are monitoring auto safety; How to reach the most influential media people in Washington; The e-mail address of your Representative or Senator.

This essential reference is updated every year with hundreds of new listings.

You'll find up-to-date contact information for: Federal agencies; Governors and other state officials; U.S. and foreign diplomats; Nonprofit organizations; Policy groups, foundations, and institutions; Congress and much more.

Each listing provides complete contact information, including: names, phone numbers, fax numbers, Internet addresses, and street and mailing addresses, plus a brief description of each organization's purpose. The convenient chapter organization by subject and alphabetical arrangement of entries provide the fastest possible access to listings to help you and your patrons cut through the bureaucratic maze and avoid those frustrating run-arounds.

You'll also find dozens of special information boxes and organization charts to clarify who does what.

Indexes by name and subject make this book the most accessible and useful directory you'll find anywhere.