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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) 513T. Free.

For Public Sale! Used Federal Government 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) 341T. $1.50. A pdf version is available

Guide to Burial at Arlington National Cemetery. Explains eligibility requirements and services offered for military funerals at Arlington National Cemetery. 31 pp. (2003. ANC) 539T. Free.

Guide to Disability Rights Laws. Covers the rights of persons with disabilities regarding education, employment, fair housing, public accommodations, and telecommunications. 21 pp. (2005. DOJ) 514T. Free.

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

National Sellers List. Contact information for dealers who sell real estate and personal property forfeited to federal law enforcement agencies. 8 pp. (2007. DOJ) 319T. $1.50.

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) 320T. $1.50. A pdf version is available

Your Social Security Number and Card. Explains why we have Social Security numbers, when and how to get one, and more. 2 pp. (2006. SSA) 515T. Free. 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. (2007. SSA) 517T. 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. 148 pp. (2008. VA) 105T. $5.00. A pdf version is available A Spanish version is available

I Saved $3,600 on Drug costs! You can too!. If you have limited income and resources, you may be eligible for extra help with Medicare prescription drug plan costs. Includes a worksheet to help you complete the application. 6 pp. (2008. SSA) 525T. 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) 516T. Free. A pdf version is available

Resources for Medicare Beneficiaries: Navigating the Coverage Gap. The coverage gap is when Medicare temporarily stops paying for your prescriptions and you have to pay the entire cost yourself. Learn how the gap works, how to keep track of expenses, and where to get more help. 5 pp. (2007. FCIC) 521T. Free. A pdf version is available A Spanish 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. (2008. SSA) 518T. Free. A pdf version is available

Social Security: What Every Woman Should Know. Discusses how a woman's Social Security benefits may be affected by disability, divorce, widowhood, retirement and other special circumstances. Also covers benefits for your family, what to do if you change your name, and Social Security numbers for children. 24 pp. (2007. SSA) 573T. Free. A pdf version is available

Social Security: When to Start Receiving Retirement benefits. Important considerations for deciding when to start receiving Social Security benefits, including how your decision may affect your surviving spouse, and how your benefits are affected if you continue working. 2 pp. (2008. SSA) 572T. Free. A pdf version is available

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