Noteworthy new and updated reports from the Congressional Research Service that have been withheld from public distribution include the following.
Islamic State Financing and U.S. Policy Approaches, April 10, 2015
2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force: Issues Concerning Its Continued Application, April 14, 2015
The War Powers Resolution: Concepts and Practice, April 3, 2015
Iran: Efforts to Achieve a Nuclear Accord, April 9, 2015
Science and Technology Issues in the 114th Congress, April 7, 2015
Military Funeral Honors and Military Cemeteries: Frequently Asked Questions, April 10, 2015
Patent Litigation Reform Legislation in the 114th Congress, April 10, 2015
Funding of Presidential Nominating Conventions: An Overview, April 9, 2015
Recent Changes in the Estate and Gift Tax Provisions, April 13, 2015
El Salvador: Background and U.S. Relations, April 9, 2015
Venezuela: Background and U.S. Relations, April 1, 2015
Cuba: U.S. Restrictions on Travel and Remittances, April 10, 2015
Attempt: An Overview of Federal Criminal Law, April 6, 2015
Barriers Along the U.S. Borders: Key Authorities and Requirements, April 8, 2015
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