The Research Library provides resources and services for all employees and staff in the executive, judicial and legislative branches of state government, as well as for staff and students of Thomas Edison State University (TESU); and through the Library Network, for state residents.
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Electronic Resources
Explore a versatile range of digital tools curated by NJSL to support your research, from online databases and electronic journals to detailed research guides and interlibrary loan services through ILLiad. Whether you’re browsing the library catalog, diving into scholarly articles, or requesting books and articles, this section provides everything you need to get started.
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Library Services
The Research Library provides services to meet the diverse needs of its patrons, including state government employees, Thomas Edison State University (TESU), New Jersey libraries, and the general public including TESU graduates.
Interlibrary Loan (ILL) information is available within each section for the specific audience.
Our Collections
Discover a treasure trove of state-focused resources curated by NJSL, including access to the State Publications Digital Library for official government documents, the Digital Jerseyana Collection featuring thousands of postcards, photographs, and local histories, and the New Jersey Digital Collections Highlights, offering curated themes like African American history and Revolutionary War materials.
Legal Resources
The NJSL Law Library has a comprehensive collection of New Jersey and federal legal materials and offers extensive reference assistance to government employees, along with access to its New Jersey Legislative Histories.
Support for Your Research
Whether you’re just getting started or need help navigating complex topics, NJSL offers a range of tools to support your research. Access self-paced tutorials and webinars, explore subject-specific research guides, or visit the Help Overview page to connect with librarians and discover additional services designed to assist you every step of the way.
Do You Still Have Questions?
Have a question? Need help with research or finding reliable information? The Research Library Ask a Librarian page is here to assist you.
Whether you’re exploring state resources, diving into historical archives, or simply looking for guidance on your next research project, our team of expert librarians is ready to help.
