Release Date: March 2004

FIRSTGOV.GOV THE ONE STOP SHOP

Get the most out of your government with FirstGov.gov, the U.S. Government's official web portal. Apply for government jobs, and benefits, renew your driver's license, file your taxes online, and even check the weather and sports. You can do all this and more at FirstGov.gov , your front door to federal and state government websites.

If you're looking for a new job, why not consider working for your government? From FirstGov.gov click on “Apply for Jobs,” and search for jobs in the government. Assess your skills to find the job that best matches your abilities and interests. Create your resume, and submit your application online.

See if you might be one of millions of citizens who have unclaimed refunds, or who overlooked the new tax credit. Click on the “Money and Taxes” section, go to “Featured Sites” and click on “Government Owes You.”

FirstGov.gov also allows you to run some of your most urgent errands without ever leaving your home. Click on “E-file Your Taxes” to file your taxes for free. From FirstGov.gov you can link to state services, such as filing state taxes electronically, renewing your car registration, or reserving a campsite at a nearby recreational facility.

Want to know what's going on in the world today? Get your news from FirstGov.gov. Find out the latest on anti-spam laws, the national do-not-call registry, the Mars exploration mission, weather updates and much more. FirstGov.gov also provides a web portal in Spanish at www.Español.gov .

And if you've ever had a consumer problem, check out the FirstGov.gov link to the Consumer Action Handbook . The Handbook is loaded with tips on topics such as buying and leasing cars, protecting your privacy and avoiding fraud. Click on the “Consumer Action Handbook ” link under the “Consumer Help” section and order your free copy of this valuable consumer resource.

You can find whatever you need from or about the government by using FirstGov.gov , and it's all organized by subject - not by confusing government titles. But if you still need assistance, just follow the “We Answer Your Questions” link to e-mail your questions and comments, and you'll receive an e-mail response in less than two business days. If you'd rather speak to an Information Specialist, just call toll-free 1(800) FED-INFO , that's ( 1-800-333-4636 ) Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time. FirstGov.gov helps you find government information and services how and when you want them.

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