Use the databases below to search codes and ordinances.

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Code of the United States
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Search the U.S. House of Representatives database of United States Code by keyword, title, section, appendix, subtitle, division, chapter, part,.
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Federal Regulations | GPO
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U.S. GPO index United States Federal Regulations.
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Federal Regulations | Regulations.gov
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United States Federal Regulations that are open for comment and published in the Federal Register.
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Legislation in Congress
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U.S. Library of Congress database of Bills and Legislation in the Congress.
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Municipal Codes | ConwayGreene
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ConwayGreene Co. Municipal Codes, serving primarily Ohio and West Virginia.
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Municipal Codes | University of Tennessee
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The University of Tennessee Institute for public service offers this online service of Tennessee municipal codes.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Start with the primary database listed above. Each system is specialized — use the Returns vs Excludes table to identify which one matches your needs.
Federal databases only cover federal-level data. If you need state or county records, go to the specific state page. Federal and state systems are completely separate.
No. Each federal agency maintains its own system independently. You must search the specific agency that handles the record type you need.
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