1. INTRODUCTION

2. OBSERVATIONS
2.1. Quasar Selection
2.2. Quasar Observation
2.3. Galaxy Sample

3. TRENDS IN Mg II ABSORPTION
3.1. Impact Parameter
3.2. Trends with Star Formation Rate
3.3. Trends with Galaxy Type
3.4. Absorbers Without Known Galaxies

4. DISCUSSION
4.1. A Weak Evolution in Covering Fraction: Interpretations
4.2. Comparison to dN/dz Estimates for Mg II Systems
4.3. Very Recent Work on Mg II at z~1

5. CONCLUSIONS