How to Cite a Government Document in APA: Format and Examples
Learn how to cite government documents in APA 7th edition format.
Citation Format
Agency Name. (Year). Document title (Publication No. Number). Publisher. URLExample
U.S. Department of Education. (2023). Research Guidelines (Pub. No. ED-2023-001). Government Printing Office. https://example.comImportant Notes
- Include agency name
- Specify publication number
- Include publisher and URL
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