According to the American Library Association (ALA):
Government information and government information products are published, compiled, or created by the government, at government expense or as required by law. This applies to all government publications, regardless of format, including:
- Census data
- Scientific research
- Laws and regulations
- Information about how to interact with government (apply for programs and comply with rules)
- Educational information
- Information about how government is operating
Source: Government Information | Advocacy, Legislation & Issues at ALA