Thursday, March 26, 2015
ESEA Reauthorization Proposals in the 114th Congress: Selected Key Issues – R43916
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) was last amended by the ... http://v.iew.im/M2rHym
Domestic Human Trafficking Legislation in the 114th Congress – R43917
Legislation aimed at combating trafficking in persons (TIP) is a top item ... http://v.iew.im/M22jQk
Climate Change Adaptation by Federal Agencies: An Analysis of Plans and Issues for Congress – R43915
Though Congress has debated the significance of global climate change and ... http://v.iew.im/Mj2sC9
The President’s Immigration Accountability Executive Action of November 20, 2014: Overview and Issues – R43852
On November 20, 2014, President Obama announced his Immigration Accountab ... http://v.iew.im/MN9ArW
Export-Import Bank: Overview and Reauthorization Issues – R43581
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank or the Bank), a w ... http://v.iew.im/MY6TQM
State Sponsors of Acts of International Terrorism-Legislative Parameters: In Brief – R43835
Cuba, Iran, Sudan, and Syria are identified by the U.S. government as cou ... http://v.iew.im/MYhrTe
Legislation to Facilitate Cybersecurity Information Sharing: Economic Analysis – R43821
Data breaches, such as those at Target, Home Depot, Neiman Marcus, JPMorg ... http://v.iew.im/MmYLsV
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
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://v.iew.im/MNMPSR
The National Wild and Scenic Rivers System: A Brief Overview – R42614
The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 (P.L. 90-542, 16 U.S.C. 1271 et se ... http://v.iew.im/MAMLM2
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://v.iew.im/MaU983
Ozone Air Quality Standards: EPA’s 2015 Revision – R43092
On November 26, 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced ... http://v.iew.im/M2Bqp7
Iran: U.S. Economic Sanctions and the Authority to Lift Restrictions – R43311
The United States has led the international community in imposing economi ... http://v.iew.im/MAuphU
The Army’s Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV): Background and Issues for Congress – R43240
The Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) is the Armys proposed replacemen ... http://v.iew.im/MSefPM
Locate an Agency or Program Within Appropriations Bills – R40858
The major source of appropriated funds for each of the following federal ... http://v.iew.im/ManhA6
Legal Authorities Governing Federal Contracting and Subcontracting with Small Businesses – R42391
Congress has generally broad authority to impose requirements upon the fe ... http://v.iew.im/MjKkeH
Teacher Quality Issues in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act – R42127
One of the major goals of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1 ... http://v.iew.im/MFeePu
Small Business Management and Technical Assistance Training Programs – R41352
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has provided technical and manage ... http://v.iew.im/MFn76F
Access to Broadband Networks: The Net Neutrality Debate – R40616
As congressional policy makers continue to debate telecommunications refo ... http://v.iew.im/MhsyP7
Social Security Administration (SSA): Budget Issues – R41716
The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers the Old-Age and Surv ... http://v.iew.im/MS9qUw
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://v.iew.im/Mhxpsq
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Benefit – R40611
The Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act of 200 ... http://v.iew.im/MN2sHM
Bahrain: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy – 95-1013
An uprising against Bahrains Al Khalifa royal family that began on Februa ... http://v.iew.im/MFMNAX
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Congressional Gold Medals, 1776-2014 – RL30076
Senators and Representatives are frequently asked to support or sponsor p ... http://v.iew.im/MNFWtW
Health Care for Dependents and Survivors of Veterans – RS22483
The Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Aff ... http://v.iew.im/MFQj7L
International Law and Agreements: Their Effect upon U.S. Law – RL32528
This report provides an introduction to the roles that international law ... http://v.iew.im/Mr3G9E
Debarment and Suspension of Government Contractors: Legal Overview – RL34753
Debarment and suspension (collectively known as exclusion) are of perenni ... http://v.iew.im/MNv6qa
Ukraine: Current Issues and U.S. Policy – RL33460
A pro-reform, pro-Western government has emerged in Ukraine after the col ... http://v.iew.im/MNwTNU
Refugee Admissions and Resettlement Policy – RL31269
A refugee is a person fleeing his or her country because of persecution o ... http://v.iew.im/MMj65u
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): FY2015 Appropriations – R43709
Enacted on December 16, 2014, Title II of Division F of the Consolidated ... http://v.iew.im/MrfdER
Small Business Administration 504/CDC Loan Guaranty Program – R41184
The Small Business Administration (SBA) administers programs to support s ... http://v.iew.im/MYPcnM
Tax Deductions for Individuals: A Summary – R42872
Every tax filer has the option to claim deductions when filing their inco ... http://v.iew.im/MMBXV5
A New Authorization for Use of Military Force Against the Islamic State: Issues and Current Proposals in Brief – R43760
In 2014, the armed offensive of the Islamic State (IS, also known as ISIL ... http://v.iew.im/M2RXr4
An Overview of the Housing Finance System in the United States – R42995
When making a decision about housing, a household must choose between ren ... http://v.iew.im/M2UjuK
U.S. Farm Income Outlook for 2015 – R40152
According to USDAs Economic Research Service (ERS), national net farm inc ... http://v.iew.im/MM2r2d
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://v.iew.im/MFA9QV
Tax Provisions that Expired in 2014 (“Tax Extenders”) – R43898
In the past, Congress has regularly acted to extend expired or expiring t ... http://v.iew.im/MBgPBE
Overview and Issues for Implementation of the Federal Cloud Computing Initiative: Implications for Federal Information Technology Reform Management – R42887
Cloud computing is a new name for an old concept: the delivery of computi ... http://v.iew.im/MBG9Vc
Bee Health: The Role of Pesticides – R43900
Over the past few decades there has been heightened concern about the pli ... http://v.iew.im/Mju8SK
Is Biopower Carbon Neutral? – R41603
To promote energy diversity and improve energy security, Congress has exp ... http://v.iew.im/MNapxv
The U.S. Tsunami Program: A Brief Overview – R41686
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrations (NOAAs) National Wea ... http://v.iew.im/MYhCvL
Cybersecurity: Legislation, Hearings, and Executive Branch Documents – R43317
Cybersecurity vulnerabilities challenge governments, businesses, and indi ... http://v.iew.im/MFdQLX
Internet Governance and the Domain Name System: Issues for Congress – R42351
The Internet is often described as a network of networks because it is no ... http://v.iew.im/MM7VbM
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies: FY2015 Appropriations – R43509
This report tracks and describes actions taken by the Administration and ... http://v.iew.im/Mk3ynm
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Guide to Individuals Seated on the Senate Dais – 98-397
The Senate meets in the Senate chamber of the Capitol. Seated at the head ... http://p.ost.im/Mdcap8