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United States. National Archives and Records Administration

independent agency of the United States government which preserves and provides access to federal records

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is an independent agency of the United States government charged with the preservation and documentation of government and historical records. It is also tasked with increasing public access to those documents which make up the National Archive. NARA is officially responsible for maintaining and publishing the legally authentic and authoritative copies of acts of Congress, presidential directives, and federal regulations. NARA also transmits votes of the Electoral College to Congress. (Source: Wikipedia)

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VARIANT NAMES:

  • National Archives and Records Administration (U.S.)
  • NARA (National Archives and Records Administration)
  • National Archives (U.S. : 1985- )
  • United States. National Archives (1985- )
  • National Archives at College Park (U.S.)
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