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Americans with Disabilities Act: Questions and Answers. Explains how the civil rights of persons with disabilities are protected at work and in public places. 31 pp. (2002. DOJ) 513N. Free.

Can I Get Free Land from BLM?. Describes the Bureau of Land Management's program to sell excess undeveloped public land and why there is no more available for homesteading. 4 pp. (2003. DOI) 114N. $2.00.

Guide to Burial at Arlington National Cemetery. Explains eligibility requirements and services offered for military funerals at Arlington National Cemetery. 5 pp. (2003. ANC) 655N. Free.

Guide to Disability Rights Laws. Covers the rights of persons with disabilities regarding education, employment, fair housing, public accommodations, and telecommunications. 21 pp. (2002. DOJ) 514N. Free.

Guide to Federal Government Sales. Explains how to buy homes, cars, and other property from 20 federal sales programs. 32 pp. (2003. GSA) 115N. $3.25. A pdf version is available

How You Can Buy Used Federal Personal Property. Describes used equipment and industrial items sold by the government, how they are sold, and where to call for more information. 5 pp. (2001. GSA) 318N. $1.00. A pdf version is available

Social Security: Your Number and Card. Explains why we have Social Security numbers, when and how to get one, and more. 2 pp. (2004. SSA) 515N. Free. A pdf version is available

Your Right to Federal Records. Use the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act to obtain records from the federal government. 40 pp. (2006. DOJ/GSA) 320N. $1.00. A pdf version is available

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Apply Online for Social Security Benefits. Learn how to fill out an online application, how your personal information is protected, who can apply online, and more. 8 pp. (2005. SSA) 517N. Free. A pdf version is available

Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents. Explains disability, pension, health care, education and housing loans, and other benefit programs for veterans and their families. 120 pp. (2006. VA) 105N. $5.00. A pdf version is available A Spanish version is available

Medicare: Protecting Your Personal Information and Yourself from Identity Theft and Fraud. Describes the "Medicare-Approved" seal, and covers what information you should share and under what circumstances. 2 pp. (2005. CMS) 523N. Free. A pdf version is available

Request for Social Security Statement. Complete this form and return it to Social Security to get your earnings history and an estimate of future benefits. 3 pp. (2003. SSA) 516N. Free. A pdf version is available

Social Security: Understanding the Benefits. Provides details on retirement, disability, survivor's benefits, Medicare coverage, Supplemental Security Income, and more. 21 pp. (2005. SSA) 518N. Free. A pdf version is available

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