All research services are confidential, nonpartisan, objective and timely.

A variety of services are included in research.

• Locate articles in newspapers and magazines.
• Provide factual and statistical information, such as demographics, addresses, quotations and dates.
• Loan materials from the Library's extensive collections.
• Investigate a topic and send appropriate background and in depth materials.
• Obtain materials we do not own from other libraries through Interlibrary Loan or Document Delivery.
• Consult and train in the use of print, electronic and Internet resources.
• Develop subject bibliographies.
• Publish Timely Topics, a newsletter on current policy issues.

In our research, we draw upon a variety of print and electronic resources. Our main collection focuses on government and policy research and includes a strong general reference collection. We also meet your information needs with our special collections, such as Law, Federal and State Government documents, and the Michigan Collection.

Contact us with your information needs. Request research assistance by

• Phone 517-373-1300
• Fax 517-373-5853
• Email at librarian@michigan.gov
• Request online

Updated 11/18/2009