The LBJ Presidential Library is a federal facility as it is part of the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). To protect its holdings, staff, and buildings, NARA facilities abide by the following measures within Code of Federal Regulations, 36 CFR § 1280:

• All bags are subject to inspection upon entering the building. 
• All persons entering or leaving the building are subject to an inspection of their person and property.
• If requested, all persons entering must provide valid photographic identification.

Visitors should also be aware that:

• Electronic and physical surveillance is used in the building.
• Security is on-site 24 hours a day.