The U.S. government collects and distributes massive amounts of data to operate its programs. However, academics, the business community, the news media, politicians, and social activists (among many others) also use the information to promote their own interests.
So What's the Problem? The government gathers so much data it is often difficult to locate what it is you really want. This guide is an introduction to just some of the many places to look.
Budget of the United States Government.
Performance Dashboard. See how the government spends your money.
Transparency Data. Lobbying disclosures, federal grants and contracts, earmarks, and federal and state campaign contributions.
Illinois General Assembly site -- find bills, resolutions, acts, the state constitution, members, committees, and other legislative materials.
The Starting Points
Business and Economics
Crime
Elections
Health
Law
Science and Technology