| About...Social Security.
Explains the facts about social security benefits.
12 pp. (1998.
SSA) 646E. Free. |
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| Americans With Disabilities Act: Questions and Answers.
Explains how the civil rights of persons with disabilities are protected at work and in public places.
32 pp. (1996.
DOJ) 520F. Free. |
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| Are There Any Public Lands for Sale?.
Describes the federal program to sell excess undeveloped public land and why there is no more available for homesteading.
12 pp. (1997.
DOI) 110F. $1.00. |
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| Federal Information Center.
Have a question about federal benefits or the national parks? The Federal Information Center has the answer. Learn how to call this great information resource toll free.
1 pp. (1998.
GSA) 521F. Free. |
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| Guide to Disability Rights Laws.
Describes your rights regarding fair housing, public accommodations, telecommunications, education, and employment.
14 pp. (1996.
DOJ) 522F. Free. |
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| Guide to Federal Government Sales.
Learn more about how to buy homes, cars and other property from 17 federal sales programs.
19 pp. (1998.
GSA) 111F. $2.00. |
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| How You Can Buy Used Federal Personal Property.
Describes used equipment and industrial items sold by the government, how they are sold, and where to call for more information.
5 pp. (1998.
GSA) 322F. 50¢. |
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| National Sellers List.
The government sells real estate and personal property that has been forfeited to federal law enforcement agencies. Here's a list of dealers who sell items, their addresses and phone numbers.
8 pp. (1998.
DOJ) 323F. 50¢. |
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| U.S. Government 1999 TTY Directory. (html and text versions not available)
This informative guide gives details on how to use the Federal Relay Service and which agencies and congressional offices have text telephone (TTY) devices.
100 pp. (1999.
GSA) 627F. Free. A pdf version is available. |
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| U.S. Real Property Sales List.
Lists government real estate properties that are sold by auction or sealed bid. Tells how to get more information on specific properties.
5 pp. (Bimonthly.
GSA) 523F. Free. |
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| Your Right to Federal Records.
Use the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act to obtain records from the federal government. Answers questions and has a sample request letter.
26 pp. (1996.
DOJ/GSA) 324F. 50¢. |
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| Your Social Security Number.
Explains why we have social security numbers, when and how to get one, and how to protect its privacy.
2 pp. (1996.
SSA) 524F. Free. |
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| Benefits |
| Basic Facts on Social Security.
Explains the different kinds of Social Security benefits, who receives them, and how they're financed.
17 pp. (1998.
SSA) 525F. Free. |
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| Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents.
Explains disability compensation, pension, health care, education and housing loans, and other benefit programs for veterans and their families.
96 pp. (1999.
VA) 112F. $3.75. A pdf version is available. |
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| Future of Social Security. (html and text versions not available)
Social Security is an important government benefit that affects almost everyone's life. Use this booklet to learn more about today's Social Security system so you can help shape the system of tomorrow.
8 pp. (1999.
SSA) 614F. Free. |
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| Guide to Health Insurance for People With Medicare.
Fill in gaps in Medicare coverage and avoid paying for duplicate benefits.
37 pp. (1995.
HCFA) 528E. Free. A pdf version is available. |
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| Medicare Covers Mammograms.
Describes what a mammogram is, how it detects early breast cancer, and what Medicare covers.
5 pp. (1995.
HCFA) 529E. Free. |
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| Medicare Managed Care.
Compares the benefits and disadvantages of managed care vs. fee-for-service plans.
19 pp. (1996.
HCFA) 526F. Free. |
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| Request for Earnings and Benefit Estimate Statement. (html and text versions not available)
A form to complete and return to Social Security to get your earnings history and an estimate of future benefits.
3 pp. (1998.
SSA) 527F. Free. A pdf version is available. |
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| Social Security: Understanding the Benefits. (html and text versions not available)
Explains retirement, disability, survivor's benefits, Medicare coverage, Supplemental Security Income, and more.
40 pp. (1998.
SSA) 528F. Free. A pdf version is available. |
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| Social Security: What Every Woman Should Know.
Discusses how a woman's benefits may be affected by disability, divorce, widowhood, retirement, or other special situations.
19 pp. (1997.
SSA) 529F. Free. |
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