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Frequently Asked Questions about The Consumer Information Catalog
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What is the Consumer Information Catalog?

The Consumer Information Catalog lists titles, descriptions, and ordering information for the more than 200 free and low-cost publications distributed from Pueblo.

Revised and published quarterly, the Catalog brings together publications from more than 40 agencies, providing the public with one convenient source for federal consumer information. Consumers can get a free Catalog by requesting one online.

Or, call toll-free 1 (888) 8 PUEBLO (that's 1-888-878-3256).

You can also send your name and address to:
Consumer Information Catalog
Pueblo, Colorado 81009

The catalog is also distributed by many schools, libraries, state and local consumer agencies, federal offices with large numbers of visitors, and congressional offices.

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What types of information are listed in the Catalog?

Each Catalog lists more than 200 free and low-cost federal publications on a variety of consumer topics. Before publishing each quarterly Catalog, FCIC reviews the booklets listed for timeliness and relevance.

When new issues arise, or old information needs to be updated, FCIC helps the appropriate federal agency revise current publications or develop new ones to offer the public.

Although the majority of booklets listed in the Consumer Information Catalog are developed solely by federal agencies, the Catalog also includes unbiased, objective consumer information produced jointly by government and private industry.

Catalog topics include:
Cars
Education
Employment
Family
 		Federal Programs
Food
Health
Housing 		Money
Small Business
Travel
...and more

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How can I get a copy and what does it cost?

The Catalog is free.

Consumers can get a printed copy by requesting one online.

Or, call toll-free 1 (888) 8 PUEBLO (that's 1-888-878-3256).

You can also send your name and address to:
Consumer Information Catalog
Pueblo, Colorado 81009

Can I get on a list to receive each new edition of the Catalog?

Yes, you can be a subscriber and receive each new edition of the Catalog. Just fill out the Subscription list form and become a member.

Can I get multiple copies of the Catalog?

Any group, business, or organization able to distribute multiple copies of the Catalog can request a quantity using our Catalog Order form. If you can distribute multiple copies each quarter, please fill out the Subscription list form and a quantity will be sent to you of each new edition.

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Do you have information in Spanish?

FCIC produces a list of free federal publications that are available in Spanish. This catalog, "Lista de publicaciones federales en español para el consumidor" is available online. For free printed copies, call 1-888-8-PUEBLO (that's 1-888-878-3256) and ask for the "Lista."

FCIC does not have copies of Spanish publications. The "Lista" describes each booklet and provides instructions on obtaining them from the sponsoring agencies.

You can also send your name and address to:
Federal Citizen Information Center
Lista
Pueblo, Colorado 81009

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How can I order the publications listed in the Catalog?

The publications listed in our Catalog can be ordered right here online.

Or, call toll-free 1 (888) 8 PUEBLO (that's 1-888-878-3256).

You can also send your name and address to:
Consumer Information Catalog
Pueblo, Colorado 81009

Can I order more than one copy of a free publication?

We have a limited number of copies of each publication, especially free ones. The sponsoring agency determines how many copies are allowable per consumer. Multiple copies of some of the free titles are available. Please call toll-free 1-888-878-3256 for more information.

As an alternative to requesting multiple copies of individual publications, bulk quantities of the Consumer Information Catalog are available. We'd be happy to send you as many Catalogs as you'd like so that your members, students, etc. can order their own publications.

Can I get copies of publications listed in previous Catalogs?

The publications offered in previous editions of the Catalog may still be available from our facility in Pueblo, Colorado. Please call toll-free 1-888-8-PUEBLO (that's 1-888-878-3256) for more information.

You can read and download publications listed in previous editions of the Catalog, by going to the link at the bottom (or end) of each category.

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Can I distribute the information in your Catalog?

The publications distributed through the FCIC are published or sponsored by a variety of Federal and private-sector organizations. In most instances, FCIC is not the publisher and cannot provide legal advice pertaining to the legality of the sale or further use of the information. While most of the information is in the public domain and can be copied and used for educational purposes, we can't provide a blanket assurance that all of the information is in that category. If you are planning to copy and distribute this information, especially for profit, it would be prudent to contact the publishing agency for permission and consult a lawyer.

Please feel free to link to the FCIC web site, should that course of action satisfy your needs.

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