Us Code § 1123 - Binding materials; bookbinding for libraries

Full text of Us Code United States Code § 1123 — Binding materials; bookbinding for libraries, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1123. Binding materials; bookbinding for libraries

Binding for the departments of the Government shall be done in plain sheep or cloth, except that record and account books may be bound in Russia leather, sheep fleshers, and skivers, when authorized by the head of a department. The libraries of the several departments, the Library of Congress, the libraries of the Surgeon General's Office, and the Naval Observatory may have books for the exclusive use of these libraries bound in half Turkey, or material no more expensive.

(Pub. L. 90–620, Oct. 22, 1968, 82 Stat. 1264; Pub. L. 106–113, div. B, §1000(a)(9) [title IV, §4732(b)(24)], Nov. 29, 1999, 113 Stat. 1536, 1501A–585.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Based on 44 U.S. Code, 1964 ed., §116 (Jan. 12, 1895, ch. 23, §86, 28 Stat. 622).

This section incorporates all but the first sentence of former section 116. The balance will be found in section 501 of the revision.


Editorial Notes

Amendments

1999—Pub. L. 106–113 struck out "the Patent Office," after "the Surgeon General's Office,".


Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective Date of 1999 Amendment

Amendment by Pub. L. 106–113 effective 4 months after Nov. 29, 1999, see section 1000(a)(9) [title IV, §4731] of Pub. L. 106–113, set out as a note under section 1 of Title 35, Patents.

CHAPTER 13—PARTICULAR REPORTS AND DOCUMENTS

Sec.
1301.
Agriculture, Department of: report of Secretary.
1302.
Agriculture, Department of: monthly crop report and other publications.
1303.
American Historical Association: report.
1304.
Army and Navy registers.
1305.
Attorney General: opinions.
1306.
Civil Service Commission: report.
1307.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration: nautical products, sale and distribution.
1308.
Coast Guard: annual report of the Commandant.
1309.
Coast Guard: notices to mariners and other special publications.
1310.
Commerce Department: navigation and weather information.
[1311.
Repealed.]
1312.
Director of Public Health of District of Columbia: report.
1313.
Education, Commissioner of: report.
1314.
Ephemeris and Nautical Almanac.
1315.
Fish and Wildlife Service: bulletins.
1316.
Fish and Wildlife Service: report of the Director.
1317.
Foreign Relations.
1318.
Geological Survey: classes and sizes of publications; report of mineral resources; number of copies; reprints; distribution.
1319.
Geological Survey: specific appropriations required for monographs and bulletins.
1320.
Geological Survey: distribution of publications to public libraries.
1320A.
Historical societies' publications.
1321.
Hydrographic Surveys; foreign surveys.
1322.
Immigration and Naturalization Service: report.
1323.
Interstate Commerce Commission: report.
1324.
Labor Statistics, Bureau of: bulletins.
1325.
Labor Statistics, Bureau of: report of Commissioner.
1326.
Librarian of Congress: reports.
1327.
Mines, Bureau of: publications.
1328.
Merchant vessels of the United States.
1329.
Mint: reports of Director.
1330.
Monthly Summary Statement of Imports and Exports.
1331.
National Academy of Sciences: report.
1332.
National encampments of Veterans' organizations; proceedings printed annually for Congress.
1333.
National high school and college debate topics.
1334.
Naval Intelligence Office: additional copies of publications.
1335.
Naval Observatory Observations.
1336.
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency: special publications.
[1337, 1338. Repealed.]
1339.
Printing of the President's message.1

        

1340.
Director of the Government Publishing Office: annual report.
1341.
Smithsonian Institution: report.
1342.
Soil area surveys: reports; congressional allotments.2

        

1343.
Statistical Abstract of the United States.
1344.
Treasury Department: reports.

        

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2014—Pub. L. 113–235, div. H, title I, §1301(c)(1), Dec. 16, 2014, 128 Stat. 2537, substituted "Director of the Government Publishing Office" for "Public Printer" in item 1340.

2008—Pub. L. 110–417, [div. A], title IX, §931(a)(2), Oct. 14, 2008, 122 Stat. 4575, substituted "National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency" for "National Imagery and Mapping Agency" in item 1336.

2000—Pub. L. 106–181, title VI, §606(d), Apr. 5, 2000, 114 Stat. 154, struck out "and aeronautical" after "nautical" in item 1307.

1999—Pub. L. 106–113, div. B, §1000(a)(9) [title IV, §4732(b)(25)], Nov. 29, 1999, 113 Stat. 1536, 1501A–585, struck out items 1337 "Patent Office: publications authorized to be printed" and 1338 "Patent Office: limitations and conditions concerning printing and lithographing".

1996—Pub. L. 104–316, title I, §123(b)(2), Oct. 19, 1996, 110 Stat. 3839, struck out item 1311 "Comptroller General: decisions".

Pub. L. 104–201, div. A, title XI, §1123(b)(2), Sept. 23, 1996, 110 Stat. 2688, substituted "National Imagery and Mapping Agency" for "Naval Oceanographic Office" in item 1336.

1986—Pub. L. 99–272, title VI, §6011(b), Apr. 7, 1986, 100 Stat. 122, substituted "National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration: nautical and aeronautical products, sale and distribution" for "Environmental Science Service Administration: charts; sale and distribution" in item 1307.

1980—Pub. L. 96–536, §101(c), Dec. 16, 1980, 94 Stat. 3167, added item 1320A.


Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Federal Records Management Provisions Without Effect on Chapter

Authority and responsibilities under chapter not limited or repealed by Federal Records Management Amendments of 1976, see section 5(b) of Pub. L. 94–575, set out as a note under section 2901 of this title.

1 So in original. Does not conform to section catchline.

2 Section repealed by Pub. L. 104–127 without corresponding amendment of chapter analysis.

About This Section

44 U.S.C. § 1123 is part of Title 44 of the United States Code. The United States Code is the official codification of federal statutes maintained by the Office of the Law Revision Counsel of the U.S. House of Representatives. Congress amends the Code through new public laws, which are eventually incorporated into the relevant title.

This section may be cited in legal writing as 44 U.S.C. § 1123. For the most current official text, including any recent amendments, use the official source links below. Do not rely on this page as the sole authority for legal citation or litigation.

How to Read This Statute

Statutes are organized by title, chapter, section, and subsection. Pay attention to words like "shall," "may," "and," and "or," because they determine whether a requirement is mandatory or permissive and whether multiple conditions must all be met. Historical notes and amendments often appear at the end of a section.

Using This Page

This page is intended for research and educational use. Lawyers, students, journalists, and compliance professionals can use it as a starting point, but should always verify the current text through an official government source before relying on it for legal advice, filings, or compliance decisions.

Sources

Related Us Code Legal Topics

Frequently Asked Questions About Us Code § 1123

What does United States Code § 1123 cover?

Section 1123 ("Binding materials; bookbinding for libraries") is part of the United States Code, the codified statutory law of Us Code. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Us Code § 1123?

A common citation format is "United States Code § 1123" (Us Code). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Us Code law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Us Code official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Us Code attorney.

How does Us Code § 1123 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Us Code can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Us Code.