Known as the Official handbook of the Federal Government. This annual resource provides comprehensive information on the agencies of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches, as well as quasi-official agencies, international organizations in which the United States participates, boards, commissions, and committees. Each agencys description consists of a list of principal officials; a summary statement of the agencys purpose and role in the Federal Government; a brief history of the agency, including its legislative or executive authority; and a description of consumer activities,...