This guide will point to resources that identify and track steps taken by the Trump administration and Congress to scale back or eliminate access to federal government information. It also provides links to groups performing data and website rescue.
See Something, Save Something
- Install the Official Wayback Machine ExtensionInstantly save the webpage you are currently viewing in the Wayback Machine. Save pages that have not previously been saved. View the first version of a page or the most recently saved. Or view a calendar overview of all archived pages. Plus many other features. Internet Archive.
- End of Term (EoT) Web Archive - Nomination ToolNominate U.S. government website URLS for capture. Currently accepting nominations through March 31, 2025.
Events
- Presentation and Discussion with the Data Rescue Project
- Join the Data Rescue Project on Tuesday, March 11, at 4:00 PM Eastern for an informal presentation and discussion about hosting a data rescue event. They will have members on hand to talk about their recent events, past experiences, and things to keep in mind. In addition, they will officially launch the new open-access lesson plan and materials you can use to host your own DRP event.
Register at https://tinyurl.com/DataRescueProject
The Data Rescue materials created by members of the DRP: https://osf.io/zbdxt/
This webinar, in celebration of Sunshine Week, will be held on Wed., March 19, 2025, 12-1pm EST.
Panelists will explore the evolving landscape of government transparency and the fundamental role that information access plays in maintaining an accountable democracy. The discussion will address key topics such as the legal framework behind freedom of information, the obstacles faced by journalists, librarians, researchers, and citizens in securing public records, and the implications of government secrecy on public trust. Sponsored by the Education Committee of the Government Documents Round Table (GODORT).
Register here
Volunteer
- Data Rescue ProjectIf you have time to do more, please fill out their volunteer interest form including your interests and skills. Scroll to "How do I join the Data Rescue Project." All levels and backgrounds are welcome to join the effort.
Subscribe or Follow
- Data Rescue ProjectFollow on Bluesky for the most up-to-date information regarding Data Rescue efforts. Or sign-up for their newsletter mailing list.
Join
- LOCKSS-USDOCSA collaborative preservation network of FDLP libraries, USDOCS is preserving the content in GPO's govinfo.gov. They are always seeking more FDLP libraries willing to participate in the effort. Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe.
Last Updated: Mar 11, 2025 5:16 PM
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