NARA
Government & Politics abbreviation · US Federal Agency
| Stands for | National Archives and Records Administration |
|---|---|
| Categories | Government & Politics |
NARA stands for National Archives and Records Administration, a US federal agency abbreviation.
Preserves and provides access to the permanent records of the federal government, including the Declaration of Independence, Constitution and Bill of Rights, and administers presidential libraries and the Federal Register. It is led by the Archivist of the United States.
Example: Researchers can request military service records from NARA's center in St. Louis.
Usage notes
The National Archives was created in 1934 and regained independence in 1985 after years within GSA. Under the Presidential Records Act of 1978, records of presidents since Ronald Reagan belong to the public and transfer to NARA when an administration ends. Its exhibit building on Constitution Avenue displays the founding documents.
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