As used in this chapter, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

(1) "Complete depository" means a place, usually a library, that requests and receives at least one copy of all state publications;

(2) "Depository system" means a system established by the State Library in which copies of all state publications are deposited in one central depository or library for distribution to other designated depositories or libraries;

(3) "Electronic" means publication only in a computerized format;

(4) "Print" means publication in a format other than an electronic or computerized format;

(5) "Selective depository" means a place, usually a library, that requests and receives one copy of selected state publications;

(6) "State publication" means any document, compilation, register, book, pamphlet, report, map, leaflet, order, regulation, directory, periodical, magazine, or other similar written material excluding interoffice and intraoffice communications issued in any format by the State, any state agency or department, or any state-supported college or university intended for public distribution, or distribution to the General Assembly, agencies, political subdivisions, or nonprofit organizations and to the general public. State publication includes publications that may or may not be financed by state funds and are released by private bodies, such as research and consultant firms under contract with or supervision of a state agency.

HISTORY: 1982 Act No. 348, Section 1; 2005 Act No. 24, Section 1.