The Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records is the institutional memory of the state and is responsible for preserving and developing the state's most valuable assets: its heritage, the collective product of its people, resources, business endeavors, and government. The State Library offers unique resources to Nevada's citizens, libraries, local governments, state agencies, and businesses. These resources include a full range of information and reference services; library planning and development; and services designed for citizens with disabilities. The State Library houses the State Data Center, which offers census information statewide. The library functions as a depository of U.S. government documents and operates the State Publications Distribution Center, which distributes official state government documents electronically statewide to ensure Nevada citizens have free access to state government publications. The State Library also develops state information policies to ensure equal access to government information is available in all formats. Library development services provide leadership, grants, and other assistance to Nevada's libraries; archives and literacy to communities to improve services for all Nevadans; general consulting; administration of funds for improvement of library services; collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies to develop and implement programs; and facilitation of statewide planning efforts. The Nevada Talking Book Services provides access to the National Library Service program of audio and braille books and magazines plus digital players to all Nevada residents of all ages who qualify due to visual and/or physical impairments or a reading disability. Statutory Authority: NRS 378.010 through 378.210.