Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Mountaintop Mining: Background on Current Controversies – RS21421
Mountaintop removal mining involves removing the top of a mountain in ord ... http://p.ost.im/8Wwm7A
Navy Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Program: Background and Issues for Congress – RL33741
A total of 20 Littoral Combat Ships (LCSs) have been funded through FY201 ... http://p.ost.im/8WTeUy
U.S.-Vietnam Economic and Trade Relations: Issues for the 113th Congress – R41550
Since the resumption of trade relations in the 1990s, Vietnam rapidly has ... http://p.ost.im/87gKY5
Navy Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) Program: Background and Issues for Congress – RL33745
The Aegis ballistic missile defense (BMD) program, which is carried out b ... http://p.ost.im/8v9nma
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/30/2014
Wednesday April 30, 2014NEW PRODUCT!!!CRS publishes what they call Sideb ... http://p.ost.im/8v24Xk
Small Business Administration 504/CDC Loan Guaranty Program – R41184
The Small Business Administration (SBA) administers programs to support s ... http://p.ost.im/87G9PP
Afghanistan: Politics, Elections, and Government Performance – RS21922
The capacity, transparency, and legitimacy of Afghan governance are consi ... http://p.ost.im/8vSJpV
Federal Grants to State and Local Governments: An Historical Perspective on Contemporary Issues – R40638
The federal government is expected to provide state and local governments ... http://p.ost.im/8v65n3
Block Grants: Perspectives and Controversies – R40486
Block grants are a form of grant-in-aid that the federal government uses ... http://p.ost.im/8vcny4
Turkey: Background and U.S. Relations – R41368
Several Turkish domestic and foreign policy issues have significant relev ... http://p.ost.im/8vjYX7
SBA Small Business Investment Company Program – R41456
The Small Business Administration’s (SBA’s) Small Business Investment ... http://p.ost.im/87AB7u
Multiyear Procurement (MYP) and Block Buy Contracting in Defense Acquisition: Background and Issues for Congress – R41909
Multiyear procurement (MYP) and block buy contracting (BBC) are special c ... http://p.ost.im/8vHYDE
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Social Media in the House of Representatives: Frequently Asked Questions – R43477
Recently, the number of Member offices adopting social media as an offici ... http://p.ost.im/8nyXAj
Obstruction of Justice: An Abridged Overview of Related Federal Criminal Laws – RS22783
Obstruction of justice is the frustration of governmental purposes by vio ... http://p.ost.im/8WPH6T
Social Security: The Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) – 98-35
The windfall elimination provision (WEP) reduces the Social Security bene ... http://p.ost.im/8ntgBd
Overview of Federal Housing Assistance Programs and Policy – RL34591
The federal government has been involved in providing housing assistance ... http://p.ost.im/8nYbT8
Returning to Full Employment: What Do the Indicators Tell Us? – R43476
Until recently, the economy and labor market were experiencing an unusual ... http://p.ost.im/8WBK7f
FY2015 Budget Documents: Internet and GPO Availability – R43475
Every year the President submits a series of volumes to Congress containi ... http://p.ost.im/8WJASB
Internet Domain Names: Background and Policy Issues – 97-868
Navigating the Internet requires using addresses and corresponding names ... http://p.ost.im/87Fc2f
Bolivia: In Brief – R43473
In the last decade, Bolivia has transformed from a country plagued by pol ... http://p.ost.im/8t7UfH
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/29/2014
Tuesday April 29, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division 97-86 ... http://p.ost.im/8WfaQq
Implementing the Affordable Care Act: Delays, Extensions, and Other Actions Taken by the Administration – R43474
The two federal agencies primarily responsible for administering the priv ... http://p.ost.im/8W9ucF
Congressional Liaison Offices of Selected Federal Agencies – 98-446
This list of about 200 congressional liaison offices is intended to help ... http://p.ost.im/8Wf4kJ
Obstruction of Justice: An Overview of Some of the Federal Statutes That Prohibit Interference with Judicial, Executive, or Legislative Activities – RL34303
Obstruction of justice is the impediment of governmental activities. Ther ... http://p.ost.im/8nyJDs
Monday, April 28, 2014
Summary Cost Data for Health Plans Available in Arizona’s Exchange, 2014: Fact Sheet – R43488
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA, P.L. 111-148, as ame ... http://p.ost.im/8WrKa9
Advance Appropriations, Forward Funding, and Advance Funding: Concepts, Practice, and Budget Process Considerations – R43482
Federal programs that are funded through the annual appropriations proces ... http://p.ost.im/8txAAu
Overview of Health Care Changes in the FY2015 House Budget – R43479
On April 1, 2014, House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan released the ... http://p.ost.im/8W6dTP
Summary Cost Data for Federally-Facilitated Exchanges, 2014 – R43484
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA, P.L. 111-148, as ame ... http://p.ost.im/87L2JK
Summary Cost Data for Health Plans Available in Alaska’s Exchange, 2014: Fact Sheet – R43486
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA, P.L. 111-148, as ame ... http://p.ost.im/8nJRkw
Same-Sex Marriage: A Legal Background After United States v. Windsor – R43481
The issue of same-sex marriage generates debate on both the federal and s ... http://p.ost.im/8nP6Ts
Who Pays for Long-Term Services and Supports? A Fact Sheet – R43483
Long-term services and supports (LTSS) refer to a broad range of health a ... http://p.ost.im/8nPDCc
EPA’s Proposed Wood Stove / Wood Heater Regulations: Frequently Asked Questions – R43489
On January 3, 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released pr ... http://p.ost.im/8nhNDt
Summary Cost Data for Health Plans Available in Alabama’s Exchange, 2014: Fact Sheet – R43485
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA, P.L. 111-148, as ame ... http://p.ost.im/8nsxCm
Summary Cost Data for Health Plans Available in Arkansas’s Exchange, 2014: Fact Sheet – R43487
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA, P.L. 111-148, as ame ... http://p.ost.im/876sS7
Iran-North Korea-Syria Ballistic Missile and Nuclear Cooperation – R43480
Congress has at times expressed concern regarding ballistic missile and n ... http://p.ost.im/8WYQ8D
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/28/2014
Monday April 28, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R4 ... http://p.ost.im/8Wbr7b
Friday, April 25, 2014
Navy Force Structure and Shipbuilding Plans: Background and Issues for Congress – RL32665
The Navy’s proposed FY2015 budget requests funding for the procurement ... http://p.ost.im/8n2GYa
Global Security Contingency Fund (GSCF): Summary and Issue Overview – R42641
The FY2012 National Defense Authorization Act (P.L. 112-81), Section 1207 ... http://p.ost.im/8nr52Y
U.S. Foreign Aid to Israel – RL33222
This report provides an overview of U.S. foreign assistance to Israel. It ... http://p.ost.im/8tQmF9
Afghanistan: Post-Taliban Governance, Security, and U.S. Policy – RL30588
Afghan security forces have lead security responsibility throughout the c ... http://p.ost.im/8tWyfr
China Naval Modernization: Implications for U.S. Navy Capabilities — Background and Issues for Congress – RL33153
China is building a modern and regionally powerful Navy with a modest but ... http://p.ost.im/8nSrWa
Funding and Financing Highways and Public Transportation – R42877
Federal surface transportation programs are currently funded primarily th ... http://p.ost.im/8nJ7tP
U.S. Implementation of the Basel Capital Regulatory Framework – R42744
The Basel III international regulatory framework, which was produced in 2 ... http://p.ost.im/8nAReP
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/25/2014
Friday April 25, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R4 ... http://p.ost.im/8nSf4h
The Article V Convention to Propose Constitutional Amendments: Contemporary Issues for Congress – R42589
Article V of the U.S. Constitution provides two ways of amending the nati ... http://p.ost.im/8nEdWQ
NAFTA at 20: Overview and Trade Effects – R42965
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) entered into force on Jan ... http://p.ost.im/8nrQ8F
Maritime Territorial and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Disputes Involving China: Issues for Congress – R42784
China’s actions for asserting and defending its maritime territorial an ... http://p.ost.im/8nJrEX
Thursday, April 24, 2014
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/24/2014
Thursday April 24, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division ... http://p.ost.im/8G7VmV
Congress’s Contempt Power and the Enforcement of Congressional Subpoenas: Law, History, Practice, and Procedure – RL34097
Congress’s contempt power is the means by which Congress responds to ce ... http://p.ost.im/8tyb4j
Armed Conflict in Syria:Overview and U.S. Response – RL33487
Fighting continues across Syria, pitting government forces and their fore ... http://p.ost.im/8tMjn7
Military Uniform Procurement: Questions and Answers – RS20550
Military uniforms are procured through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) ... http://p.ost.im/8tRwhf
Regulation of Clinical Tests: In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) Devices, Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs), and Genetic Tests – R43438
In vitro diagnostic (IVD) devices are used in the analysis of human sampl ... http://p.ost.im/8GbDAj
Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA): Gaming on Newly Acquired Lands – RL34325
The Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) (P.L. 100-497) generally prohibit ... http://p.ost.im/8GjCNh
Navy Ford (CVN-78) Class Aircraft Carrier Program: Background and Issues for Congress – RS20643
CVN-78, CVN-79, and CVN-80 are the first three ships in the Navy’s new ... http://p.ost.im/8tMpH6
Selected Legislative Proposals to Reform the Housing Finance System – R43219
The 113th Congress has seen several developments in the effort to reform ... http://p.ost.im/8Gnsnt
Intellectual Property Rights and International Trade – RL34292
This report provides background on intellectual property rights (IPR) and ... http://p.ost.im/8G2BGM
The Proposed Equal Rights Amendment: Contemporary Ratification Issues – R42979
The year 2012 marked the 30th anniversary of the expiration of the propos ... http://p.ost.im/8tJjwb
The Help America Vote Act and Election Administration: Overview and Issues – RS20898
The deadlocked November 2000 presidential election focused national atten ... http://p.ost.im/8tabMg
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Selected Agency Budget Justifications for FY2015 – R43470
This report provides a convenient listing of online FY2015 agency budget ... http://p.ost.im/8pEeH9
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/23/2014
Wednesday April 23, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R43 ... http://p.ost.im/8pALWu
Special Minimum Wages for Workers with Disabilities: Frequently Asked Questions – R43468
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), as amended, sets the minimum wage fo ... http://p.ost.im/8swGSj
Analysis of S. 2198: Emergency Drought Relief Act of 2014 – R43469
Over the past five years, portions of the country have been gripped with ... http://p.ost.im/8pLkWJ
Section 179 and Bonus Depreciation Expensing Allowances: Current Law, Legislative Proposals in the 113th Congress, and Economic Effects – RL31852
Expensing is the most accelerated form of depreciation for tax purposes. ... http://p.ost.im/8sKp2g
Oman: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy – RS21534
Prior to the wave of Middle East unrest that began in 2011, the United St ... http://p.ost.im/8phTrW
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF): Program Overview and Issues – RS22037
In the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) Amendments of 1996, Congress author ... http://p.ost.im/8pRNRv
What’s the Difference? — Comparing U.S. and Chinese Trade Data – RS22640
The size of the U.S. bilateral trade deficit with China has been and cont ... http://p.ost.im/8pDEE9
Navy DDG-51 and DDG-1000 Destroyer Programs: Background and Issues for Congress – RL32109
As part of its proposed FY2015 budget, the Navy is requesting funding for ... http://p.ost.im/8sfupg
Millennium Challenge Corporation – RL32427
The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) provides economic assistance t ... http://p.ost.im/8sy42n
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Social Security: Calculation and History of Taxing Benefits – RL32552
Social Security provides monthly cash benefits to retired or disabled wor ... http://p.ost.im/8pV2ja
The New START Treaty: Central Limits and Key Provisions – R41219
The United States and Russia signed the New START Treaty on April 8, 2010 ... http://p.ost.im/8pvsRM
Small Business Management and Technical Assistance Training Programs – R41352
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has provided technical and manage ... http://p.ost.im/8pVnB9
Coast Guard Polar Icebreaker Modernization: Background and Issues for Congress – RL34391
The Coast Guard’s FY2013 budget initiated a new project for the design ... http://p.ost.im/8pTnhe
Retirement and Survivor Annuities for Former Spouses of Federal Employees – RS22856
A former spouse of a federal employee may be entitled to a share of the e ... http://p.ost.im/8pqD5N
Peace Talks in Colombia – R42982
In August 2012, Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos announced that the ... http://p.ost.im/8sRYtK
Waiver Authority Under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) – RS22870
Transportation fuels are required by federal law to contain a minimum amo ... http://p.ost.im/8sSPh4
U.S.-Mexican Security Cooperation: the Mérida Initiative and Beyond – R41349
Violence perpetrated by drug trafficking organizations and other criminal ... http://p.ost.im/8p83a7
Carcieri v. Salazar: The Secretary of the Interior May Not Acquire Trust Land for the Narragansett Indian Tribe Under 25 U.S.C. § 465 Because That Statute Applies to Tribes “Under Federal Jurisdiction” in 1934 – RL34521
In Carcieri v. Salazar, 555 U.S. 379 (2009), the U.S. Supreme Court ruled ... http://p.ost.im/8pvW87
Navy Ohio Replacement (SSBN[X]) Ballistic Missile Submarine Program: Background and Issues for Congress – R41129
The Navy’s proposed FY2015 budget requests $1,219.3 million for continu ... http://p.ost.im/8pwtSM
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/22/2014
Tuesday April 22, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R ... http://p.ost.im/8pc4Y4
Monday, April 21, 2014
Former Presidents: Pensions, Office Allowances, and Other Federal Benefits – RL34631
The Former Presidents Act (FPA; 3 U.S.C. §102 note) charges the General ... http://p.ost.im/8bXgjq
Concurrent Receipt of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Unemployment Insurance (UI): Background and Legislative Proposals in the 113th Congress – R43471
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Unemployment Insurance (U ... http://p.ost.im/8gDStJ
Legislative Actions to Repeal, Defund, or Delay the Affordable Care Act – R43289
Congress is deeply divided over implementation of the Patient Protection ... http://p.ost.im/8gpAU6
Nuclear Cooperation with Other Countries: A Primer – RS22937
In order for the United States to engage in civilian nuclear cooperation ... http://p.ost.im/8bPG8D
The Federal Budget: Overview and Issues for FY2015 and Beyond – R43472
The federal budget is central to Congress’s ability to exercise its “ ... http://p.ost.im/8gWkVp
Federal Aid to State and Local Governments: Select Issues Raised by a Federal Government Shutdown – R43467
At the end of the day on September 30, 2013, appropriations provided unde ... http://p.ost.im/8bxbsQ
Congress’s Contempt Power and the Enforcement of Congressional Subpoenas: A Sketch – RL34114
Congress’s contempt power is the means by which Congress responds to ce ... http://p.ost.im/8qGHBx
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/21/2014
Monday April 21, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R4 ... http://p.ost.im/8bN3qV
Campaign Contribution Limits: Selected Questions About McCutcheon and Policy Issues for Congress – R43334
Recently invalidated aggregate limits on federal campaign contributions c ... http://p.ost.im/8gaxL5
Bee Health: Background and Issues for Congress – R43191
Bees, both commercially managed honey bees and wild bees, play an importa ... http://p.ost.im/8pkSfk
What is the Farm Bill? – RS22131
The farm bill is an omnibus, multi-year piece of authorizing legislation ... http://p.ost.im/8bnRe5
Friday, April 18, 2014
The DHS S Directorate: Selected Issues for Congress – R43064
Policy makers generally believe that science and technology can and will ... http://p.ost.im/8bH8tg
Small Business Administration HUBZone Program – R41268
The Small Business Administration (SBA) administers several programs to s ... http://p.ost.im/8bj7ND
Navy Ohio Replacement (SSBN[X]) Ballistic Missile Submarine Program: Background and Issues for Congress – R41129
The Navy’s proposed FY2015 budget requests $1,219.3 million for continu ... http://p.ost.im/8beWmf
Coast Guard Cutter Procurement: Background and Issues for Congress – R42567
The Coast Guard’s program of record (POR) calls for procuring 8 Nationa ... http://p.ost.im/8bRHEt
Dominican Republic: Background and U.S. Relations – R41482
The Dominican Republic, a country of roughly 10.2 million people that sha ... http://p.ost.im/8bpsje
Lebanon: Background and U.S. Policy – R42816
Lebanon’s small geographic size and population belie the important role ... http://p.ost.im/8qKB5L
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/18/2014
Friday April 18, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R4 ... http://p.ost.im/8bDP9Q
Chemical Facility Security: Issues and Options for the 113th Congress – R42918
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has statutory authority to regu ... http://p.ost.im/8bUDAD
Multiyear Procurement (MYP) and Block Buy Contracting in Defense Acquisition: Background and Issues for Congress – R41909
Multiyear procurement (MYP) and block buy contracting (BBC) are special c ... http://p.ost.im/8bdB5a
Comparison of Rights in Military Commission Trials and Trials in Federal Criminal Court – R40932
The renewal of military commission proceedings against Khalid Sheik Moham ... http://p.ost.im/8bPKR2
Sugar Program: The Basics – R42535
The sugar program provides a price guarantee to the processors of sugarca ... http://p.ost.im/8bnfXm
Small Business Administration Microloan Program – R41057
The Small Business Administration’s (SBA’s) Microloan program provide ... http://p.ost.im/8qvwhu
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Changes in the Arctic: Background and Issues for Congress – R41153
The diminishment of Arctic sea ice has led to increased human activities ... http://p.ost.im/8qgdtF
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/17/2014
Thursday April 17, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division ... http://p.ost.im/8VUdM4
U.S.-Taiwan Relationship: Overview of Policy Issues – R41952
The purpose and scope of this CRS report is to provide a succinct overvie ... http://p.ost.im/8qHEJW
Russian Political, Economic, and Security Issues and U.S. Interests – RL33407
Russia made uneven progress in democratization during the 1990s, but this ... http://p.ost.im/8q9gQB
Small Business Administration Trade and Export Promotion Programs – R43155
According to Census data, approximately 1% of small businesses in the Uni ... http://p.ost.im/8qLVs2
Federal Health Centers – R42433
The federal health center program is authorized in Section 330 of the Pub ... http://p.ost.im/8qS52P
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): An Overview – RL31768
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC or EIC) began in 1975 as a temporary p ... http://p.ost.im/8qmwkC
Cybersecurity: Authoritative Reports and Resources, by Topic – R42507
This report provides references to analytical reports on cybersecurity fr ... http://p.ost.im/84cdpK
Expired and Expiring Temporary Tax Provisions (“Tax Extenders”) – R43124
Dozens of temporary tax provisions expired at the end of 2013, and severa ... http://p.ost.im/8Vbvq8
SBA Assistance to Small Business Startups: Client Experiences and Program Impact – R43083
The Small Business Administration (SBA) administers several programs to s ... http://p.ost.im/8qBdTK
Community Services Block Grants (CSBG): Background and Funding – RL32872
Community Services Block Grants (CSBG) provide federal funds to states, t ... http://p.ost.im/8VnxNF
Small Business Administration 7(a) Loan Guaranty Program – R41146
The Small Business Administration (SBA) administers several programs to s ... http://p.ost.im/8Vgn3T
U.S. Crude Oil and Natural Gas Production in Federal and Non-Federal Areas
In 2013, the price of oil averaged $98 per barrel (West Texas Intermediat ... http://p.ost.im/8VWfdG
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
The Affordable Care Act and Small Business: Economic Issues – R43181
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA; P.L. 111-148 and P.L ... http://p.ost.im/84DEm9
Credit for Military Service Under Civilian Federal Employee Retirement Systems – R40428
Federal employees with permanent appointments earn pension benefits under ... http://p.ost.im/8qe9Rq
The Trend in Long-Term Unemployment and Characteristics of Workers Unemployed for Two Years or More – R41559
One of the characteristics of the recession that officially began in the ... http://p.ost.im/8qNhyC
Federal Minimum Wage, Tax-Transfer Earnings Supplements, and Poverty – R43409
Pending before Congress is legislation (S. 1737 and H.R. 1010) that would ... http://p.ost.im/8VUNur
Discretionary Budget Authority by Subfunction: An Overview – R41726
This report provides a graphical overview of historical trends in discret ... http://p.ost.im/8V3tU9
Implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS): Issues for Congress – R43346
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) implements the Chemical Facilit ... http://p.ost.im/8VpTsQ
Foreign Assistance to North Korea – R40095
Between 1995 and 2008, the United States provided North Korea with over $ ... http://p.ost.im/8qxahF
The Child Tax Credit: Current Law and Legislative History – R41873
This report provides background information on the child tax credit. Spec ... http://p.ost.im/8qqmb6
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/16/2014
Wednesday April 16, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R40 ... http://p.ost.im/8qR5DR
Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia: Political Developments and Implications for U.S. Interests – RL33453
The United States recognized the independence of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and ... http://p.ost.im/8q8yKL
Ukraine: Current Issues and U.S. Policy – RL33460
After a failed effort to violently disperse pro-European Union protests, ... http://p.ost.im/8XcWeY
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA): Resources for Frequently Asked Questions – R43215
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA; P.L. 111-148, as ame ... http://p.ost.im/84phV4
Veterans’ Medical Care: FY2014 Appropriations – R43179
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides benefits to veterans who ... http://p.ost.im/8Vs5aG
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Navy Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) Program: Background and Issues for Congress – RL33745
The Aegis ballistic missile defense (BMD) program, which is carried out b ... http://p.ost.im/8VRaqf
The Budget Control Act and Trends in Discretionary Spending – RL34424
Discretionary spending is provided and controlled through appropriations ... http://p.ost.im/8V9vD9
The U.S. Secret Service: History and Missions – RL34603
The U.S. Secret Service has two missions—criminal investigations and pr ... http://p.ost.im/8VBHa4
Navy Ship Names: Background For Congress – RS22478
Names for Navy ships traditionally have been chosen and announced by the ... http://p.ost.im/8VqM2V
Survivor Benefits for Families of Civilian Federal Employees and Retirees – RS21029
Federal employees with permanent appointments may be eligible for retirem ... http://p.ost.im/8Vypnp
The Peace Corps: Current Issues – RS21168
Founded in 1961, the Peace Corps has sought to meet its legislative manda ... http://p.ost.im/84NGsR
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/15/2014
Tuesday April 15, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division 9 ... http://p.ost.im/8VrJCn
Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) and Related Non-Tariff Barriers to Agricultural Trade – R43450
Sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) measures are the laws, rules, standards, ... http://p.ost.im/8XtjDv
Navy Irregular Warfare and Counterterrorism Operations: Background and Issues for Congress – RS22373
The Navy for several years has carried out a variety of irregular warfare ... http://p.ost.im/8VbDkp
Runaway and Homeless Youth: Demographics and Programs – RL33785
There is no single definition of the terms “runaway youth” or “home ... http://p.ost.im/84Kae9
Congressional Liaison Offices of Selected Federal Agencies – 98-446
This list of about 200 congressional liaison offices is intended to help ... http://p.ost.im/8VkpXP
Reform of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Courts: A Brief Overview – R43451
In the wake of recent disclosures concerning various National Security Ag ... http://p.ost.im/8XENcp
Recently Expired Housing Related Tax Provisions (“Tax Extenders”): In Brief – R43449
On April 3, 2014, the Senate Finance Committee passed the Expiring Provis ... http://p.ost.im/8VmCND
Unlawfully Present Aliens, Driver’s Licenses, and Other State-Issued ID: Select Legal Issues – R43452
One aspect of the broader debate over aliens who are present in the Unite ... http://p.ost.im/84CB7h
Navy Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Program: Background and Issues for Congress – RL33741
A total of 20 Littoral Combat Ships (LCSs) have been funded through FY201 ... http://p.ost.im/84ndwQ
Monday, April 14, 2014
Overview of Constitutional Challenges to NSA Collection Activities and Recent Developments – R43459
Beginning in the summer of 2013, media reports of foreign intelligence ac ... http://p.ost.im/8X7gEG
Risk-Based Approaches to Airline Passenger Screening – R43456
Until recently, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) had appl ... http://p.ost.im/8Xhe33
Child Welfare: Oversight of Psychotropic Medication for Children in Foster Care – R43466
Children in foster care are children that the state has removed from thei ... http://p.ost.im/8XTgxL
Policy Issues in the General Motors Vehicle Recall – R43454
General Motors Co. (GM) has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety ... http://p.ost.im/8XQBRm
Tort Suits Against Federal Contractors: Selected Legal Issues – R43462
Contractors have played a considerable role in U.S. military operations o ... http://p.ost.im/84geSh
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Subsidized Employment and the President’s FY2015 Budget Proposal: In Brief – R43461
President Obama’s FY2015 budget proposal would establish within the Tem ... http://p.ost.im/8Ve853
The Renewable Electricity Production Tax Credit: In Brief – R43453
The renewable electricity production tax credit (PTC) expired on January ... http://p.ost.im/8QhUYr
Contractor Fraud Against the Federal Government: Selected Federal Civil Remedies – R43460
Because the federal government relies heavily on contractors to supply it ... http://p.ost.im/894aRg
U.S. Travel and Tourism: Industry Trends and Policy Issues for Congress – R43463
The U.S. travel and tourism industry accounted for 2.8% of gross domestic ... http://p.ost.im/8H3S4M
EPA and the Army Corps’ Proposed Rule to Define “Waters of the United States” – R43455
On March 25, 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. ... http://p.ost.im/84fd3E
Child Welfare: An Overview of Federal Programs and Their Current Funding – R43458
Child welfare services are intended to prevent the abuse or neglect of ch ... http://p.ost.im/8XbFDg
Friday, April 11, 2014
Multiyear Procurement (MYP) and Block Buy Contracting in Defense Acquisition: Background and Issues for Congress – R41909
Multiyear procurement (MYP) and block buy contracting (BBC) are special c ... http://p.ost.im/8CEW6C
Residential Energy Tax Credits: Overview and Analysis – R42089
Currently, on their 2013 federal income tax return, taxpayers may be able ... http://p.ost.im/8XrwTG
Financial Condition of Depository Banks – R43002
A bank is an institution that obtains either a federal or state charter t ... http://p.ost.im/8Cvu8A
Cybersecurity: Authoritative Reports and Resources, by Topic – R42507
This report provides references to analytical reports on cybersecurity fr ... http://p.ost.im/89h9Hh
Tax Reform in the 113th Congress: An Overview of Proposals – R43060
Many agree that the U.S. tax system is in need of substantial reforms. Th ... http://p.ost.im/89SYTe
National Statuary Hall Collection: Background and Legislation Options – R42812
The National Statuary Hall Collection, located in the United States Capit ... http://p.ost.im/8929a4
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/11/2014
Friday April 11, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R4 ... http://p.ost.im/8XhkRx
Internet Governance and the Domain Name System: Issues for Congress – R42351
The Internet is often described as a “network of networks” because it ... http://p.ost.im/8X8FJp
Water Quality Issues in the 113th Congress: An Overview – R42883
Much progress has been made in achieving the ambitious goals that Congres ... http://p.ost.im/8QVyGh
Unemployment Insurance: Legislative Issues in the 113th Congress – R42936
The 113th Congress may face a number of issues related to unemployment in ... http://p.ost.im/84dL7j
Energy Policy: 113th Congress Issues – R42756
Energy policy in the United States has focused on three major goals: assu ... http://p.ost.im/8QbvMj
Thursday, April 10, 2014
Mixed-Oxide Fuel Fabrication Plant and Plutonium Disposition: Management and Policy Issues – R43125
The Mixed Oxide Fuel Fabrication Facility (MFFF) in South Carolina has be ... http://p.ost.im/89kUh9
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/10/2014
Thursday April 10, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division ... http://p.ost.im/89246V
Expired and Expiring Temporary Tax Provisions (“Tax Extenders”) – R43124
Dozens of temporary tax provisions expired at the end of 2013. Most of th ... http://p.ost.im/8H3Bnv
Energy-Water Nexus: The Water Sector’s Energy Use – R43200
Water and energy are resources that are reciprocally and mutually linked, ... http://p.ost.im/89A62N
Federal Employees’ Retirement System: Budget and Trust Fund Issues – RL30023
Most of the civilian federal workforce is covered by one of two retiremen ... http://p.ost.im/8xMRCS
Social Security Disability Insurance (DI) Trust Fund: Background and Solvency Issues – R43318
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program provides benefits ... http://p.ost.im/8XRKgp
Older Americans Act: In Brief – R43414
Originally enacted in 1965, the Older Americans Act (OAA) supports a wide ... http://p.ost.im/8XHUsL
Aereo and FilmOn X: Internet Television Streaming and Copyright Law – R43359
Aereo and FilmOn X stream television programming over the Internet for a ... http://p.ost.im/89fnBp
Legislative Actions to Repeal, Defund, or Delay the Affordable Care Act – R43289
Congress is deeply divided over implementation of the Patient Protection ... http://p.ost.im/8CHMus
NASA Appropriations and Authorizations: A Fact Sheet – R43419
In the current fiscal environment, congressional deliberations about the ... http://p.ost.im/8xGMtw
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): An Overview – RL31768
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC or EIC) began in 1975 as a temporary p ... http://p.ost.im/8xXGNu
Federal Funding for Health Insurance Exchanges – R43066
Pursuant to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA, P.L. 111 ... http://p.ost.im/8CCwn5
Green Infrastructure and Issues in Managing Urban Stormwater – R43131
For decades, stormwater, or runoff, was considered largely a problem of e ... http://p.ost.im/89kHwv
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Trade Adjustment Assistance for Farmers – R40206
The Trade Adjustment Assistance for Farmers (TAAF) program provides techn ... http://p.ost.im/8CnTnX
National Park System: Establishing New Units – RS20158
The National Park System (System) includes 401 diverse units administered ... http://p.ost.im/8CyG9b
Stormwater Permits: Status of EPA’s Regulatory Program – 97-290
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and states are implementing a f ... http://p.ost.im/8Cuupf
Financing the U.S. Trade Deficit – RL33274
The U.S. merchandise trade deficit is a part of the overall U.S. balance ... http://p.ost.im/8QEJXX
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/09/2014
Wednesday April 9, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division ... http://p.ost.im/8QwkGB
Navy Virginia (SSN-774) Class Attack Submarine Procurement: Background and Issues for Congress – RL32418
The Navy has been procuring Virginia (SSN-774) class nuclear-powered atta ... http://p.ost.im/8QX8Dg
Defense Authorization and Appropriations Bills: FY1970-FY2014 – 98-756
The passage of the Department of Defense (DOD) authorization and appropri ... http://p.ost.im/8CRsUj
Bahrain: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy – 95-1013
The uprising against Bahrain’s Al Khalifa royal family that began in Ba ... http://p.ost.im/8CPAXg
Navy DDG-51 and DDG-1000 Destroyer Programs: Background and Issues for Congress – RL32109
As part of its proposed FY2015 budget, the Navy is requesting funding for ... http://p.ost.im/8C8GuB
Older Americans Act: Title III Nutrition Services Program – RS21202
The elderly nutrition services program, authorized under Title III of the ... http://p.ost.im/8CJu95
Internet Domain Names: Background and Policy Issues – 97-868
Navigating the Internet requires using addresses and corresponding names ... http://p.ost.im/8CKLjw
Navy Ford (CVN-78) Class Aircraft Carrier Program: Background and Issues for Congress – RS20643
CVN-78, CVN-79, and CVN-80 are the first three ships in the Navy’s new ... http://p.ost.im/8CmYxN
Net Neutrality: The FCC’s Authority to Regulate Broadband Internet Traffic Management – R40234
A major debate over the government’s role with respect to the regulatio ... http://p.ost.im/8QHdmw
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Legislative Research for Congressional Staff: How to Find Documents and Other Resources – R43434
This report is one of a series of reports on legislative process and rese ... http://p.ost.im/8xEYxd
Marijuana: Medical and Retail- An Abbreviated View of Selected Legal Issues – R43437
The federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA) outlaws the possession, culti ... http://p.ost.im/8QwAqy
S. 1961 and H.R. 4024: Legislative Responses to a Chemical Storage Facility Spill – R43441
In January 2014, an estimated 10,000 gallons of the chemical 4-methylcycl ... http://p.ost.im/8QCBxR
Authorization of General Services Administration Real Property Projects: Current Process and Proposed Legislation – R43443
The General Services Administration (GSA) controls more than 8,700 owned ... http://p.ost.im/8QYMDS
U.S. Crude Oil Export Policy: Background and Considerations – R43442
During an era of oil price controls and following the 1973 Organization o ... http://p.ost.im/89TqCa
Worker Participation in Employer-Sponsored Pensions: A Fact Sheet – R43439
This fact sheet provides data on the percentage of American workers who h ... http://p.ost.im/8QPerf
Reporting Foreign Financial Assets Under Titles 26 and 31: FATCA and FBAR – R43444
All citizens of the United States as well as U.S. resident aliens are req ... http://p.ost.im/8xT5YD
Bonus Depreciation: Economic and Budgetary Issues – R43432
The Tax Extenders Act of 2013 (S. 1859), which would extend expiring tax ... http://p.ost.im/89PeHM
Regulation of Clinical Tests: In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) Devices, Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs), and Genetic Tests – R43438
In vitro diagnostic (IVD) devices are used in the analysis of human sampl ... http://p.ost.im/89nuUG
Safe Harbor for Online Service Providers Under Section 512(c) of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act – R43436
Congress passed the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) in 1998 in an ... http://p.ost.im/89bkVp
U.S.-Vietnam Nuclear Cooperation Agreement: Issues for Congress – R43433
U.S.-Vietnamese cooperation on nuclear energy and nonproliferation has gr ... http://p.ost.im/89EpKR
Marijuana: Medical and Retail- Selected Legal Issues – R43435
The federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA) outlaws the possession, culti ... http://p.ost.im/8x8Cbc
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/08/2014
Tuesday April 8, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R4 ... http://p.ost.im/8QtEfr
Monday, April 7, 2014
Coast Guard Polar Icebreaker Modernization: Background and Issues for Congress – RL34391
The Coast Guard’s FY2013 budget initiated a new project for the design ... http://p.ost.im/8QJJqA
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/07/2014
Monday April 7, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R43 ... http://p.ost.im/8xt4qV
Ukraine: Current Issues and U.S. Policy – RL33460
After a failed effort to violently disperse pro-European Union protests, ... http://p.ost.im/8xb5Rs
Brazil: Political and Economic Situation and U.S. Relations – RL33456
The United States has traditionally enjoyed cooperative relations with Br ... http://p.ost.im/895WYd
Farm Commodity Provisions in the 2014 Farm Bill (P.L. 113-79) – R43448
The farm commodity program provisions in Title I of the Agricultural Act ... http://p.ost.im/8QSC3a
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF): Program Overview and Issues – RS22037
In the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) Amendments of 1996, Congress author ... http://p.ost.im/8xKPt8
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: President’s FY2015 Budget – R43446
Federal law requires the President to submit an annual budget to Congress ... http://p.ost.im/897Nb2
The Tip Credit Provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): In Brief – R43445
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), enacted in 1938 (P.L. 75-718), is th ... http://p.ost.im/8QB2ES
Abortion: Judicial History and Legislative Response – RL33467
In 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court concluded in Roe v. Wade that the U.S. Co ... http://p.ost.im/8xcTvd
Unlawfully Present Aliens, Higher Education, In-State Tuition, and Financial Aid: Legal Analysis – R43447
The existence of a sizable population of “DREAMers” in the United Sta ... http://p.ost.im/8x3dnM
Disability Retirement for Federal Employees – RS22838
Paid sick leave, disability retirement, or workers’ compensation may pr ... http://p.ost.im/8xgfAk
Older Americans Act: Funding Formulas – RS22549
The Older Americans Act (OAA) is the major vehicle for the delivery of so ... http://p.ost.im/8xaewN
Afghanistan: Politics, Elections, and Government Performance – RS21922
The capacity, transparency, and legitimacy of Afghan governance are consi ... http://p.ost.im/89xAYf
Sunday, April 6, 2014
Authorization of General Services Administration Real Property Projects: Current Process and Proposed Legislation – R43443
The General Services Administration (GSA) controls more than 8,700 owned ... http://p.ost.im/8xv8BN
Friday, April 4, 2014
National Monuments and the Antiquities Act – R41330
The Antiquities Act of 1906 authorizes the President to proclaim national ... http://p.ost.im/8xSFDR
The Mortgage Interest and Property Tax Deductions: Analysis and Options – R41596
Concern has increased over the size and sustainability of the United Stat ... http://p.ost.im/89SX7n
EPA Regulations: Too Much, Too Little, or On Track? – R41561
Since Barack Obama was sworn in as President in 2009, the Environmental P ... http://p.ost.im/89Lcar
Selected Characteristics of Private and Public Sector Workers – R41897
An issue for Congress and state and local governments is whether the pay ... http://p.ost.im/89qcu8
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/04/2014
Friday April 4, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division 98- ... http://p.ost.im/89r6wk
Latin America and the Caribbean: Fact Sheet on Leaders and Elections – 98-684
This report provides the results of recent elections in Latin America and ... http://p.ost.im/89L9Nv
The Role of TARP Assistance in the Restructuring of General Motors – R41978
In 2008 and 2009, collapsing world credit markets and a slowing global ec ... http://p.ost.im/8xY6Hp
Alternate Assessments for Students with Disabilities – R40701
The 113th Congress is actively considering whether to amend and extend th ... http://p.ost.im/89A8Ft
Thursday, April 3, 2014
Sugar Provisions of the 2014 Farm Bill (P.L. 113-79) – R42551
The 2014 farm bill (Agricultural Act of 2014, P.L. 113-79) continues the ... http://p.ost.im/8uUPVs
Visa Waiver Program – RL32221
The visa waiver program (VWP) allows nationals from certain countries to ... http://p.ost.im/8u7w9S
Internet Governance and the Domain Name System: Issues for Congress – R42351
The Internet is often described as a “network of networks” because it ... http://p.ost.im/8uXegL
Legislative Options for Financing Water Infrastructure – R42467
This report addresses several options being considered by Congress to add ... http://p.ost.im/8uCQmY
Retirement Benefits for Members of Congress – RL30631
Prior to 1984, neither federal civil service employees nor Members of Con ... http://p.ost.im/8usyac
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/03/2014
Thursday April 3, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division R4235 ... http://p.ost.im/8uEAhb
The American Opportunity Tax Credit: Overview, Analysis, and Policy Options – R42561
The American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC)—enacted on a temporary basis ... http://p.ost.im/8uuMes
Assistance to Firefighters Program: Distribution of Fire Grant Funding – RL32341
The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program, also known as fire gr ... http://p.ost.im/8uH786
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
Small Business Administration: A Primer on Programs and Funding – RL33243
The Small Business Administration (SBA) administers several types of prog ... http://p.ost.im/8uRAYL
Syria: Overview of the Humanitarian Response – R43119
The ongoing conflict that began in March 2011 in Syria has created one of ... http://p.ost.im/8yaMaa
United States Fire Administration: An Overview – RS20071
The United States Fire Administration (USFA)—which includes the Nationa ... http://p.ost.im/8uyMCw
Pesticide Use and Water Quality: Are the Laws Complementary or in Conflict? – RL32884
This report provides background on the emerging conflict over interpretat ... http://p.ost.im/8uvEqD
Iran Sanctions – RS20871
Strict sanctions on Iran—sanctions that primarily target Iran’s key e ... http://p.ost.im/8uVk3c
Maritime Territorial and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Disputes Involving China: Issues for Congress – R42784
China’s actions for asserting and defending its maritime territorial an ... http://p.ost.im/8uFuaa
Marine Corps Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) and Marine Personnel Carrier (MPC): Background and Issues for Congress – R42723
On January 6, 2011, after spending approximately $3 billion in developmen ... http://p.ost.im/8uU9tf
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/02/2014
Wednesday April 2, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division ... http://p.ost.im/8a6kXA
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
U.S. Trade Deficit and the Impact of Changing Oil Prices – RS22204
Imported petroleum prices fell from an average price of $102 per barrel o ... http://p.ost.im/85NWeP
Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response: The SAFER Grant Program – RL33375
In response to concerns over the adequacy of firefighter staffing, the St ... http://p.ost.im/8PwLTN
Iraq: Politics, Governance, and Human Rights – RS21968
More than two years after the 2011 U.S. withdrawal from Iraq, sectarian d ... http://p.ost.im/8mbKUP
Daily Report of CRS Documents 04/01/2014
Tuesday April 1, 2014 Order ID Title Pages Issue Date Author/Division S4 ... http://p.ost.im/8uV8SK
Central Asia: Regional Developments and Implications for U.S. Interests – RL33458
U.S. policy toward the Central Asian states has aimed at facilitating the ... http://p.ost.im/8uPY3c
The State of Campaign Finance Policy: Recent Developments and Issues for Congress – S41542
The U.S. Supreme Court is once again evaluating the constitutionality of ... http://p.ost.im/8Pqjug
Community Development Block Grants: Funding Issues in the 113th Congress – R43208
On March 4, 2014, the Obama Administration released its FY2015 budget req ... http://p.ost.im/8uy3ub
Reform of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Courts: Introducing a Public Advocate – R43260
Recent revelations about the size and scope of government foreign surveil ... http://p.ost.im/8PRGMf
Free Exercise of Religion by Secular Organizations and Their Owners: Implications for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) – R43329
The Supreme Court’s grant of review in Conestoga Wood Specialties Corp. ... http://p.ost.im/8PD8Bt