A Look at the Secret Service, and More from CRS
Noteworthy new reports from the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include the following (all pdf).
“The U.S. Secret Service: An Examination and Analysis of Its Evolving Missions,” July 31, 2008.
“Terrorism and Security Issues Facing the Water Infrastructure Sector,” updated July 28, 2008.
“FY2009 National Defense Authorization Act: Selected Military Personnel Policy Issues,” July 21, 2008.
“Veterans Medical Care: FY2009 Appropriations,” July 29, 2008.
“Annual Appropriations Acts: Consideration During Lame-Duck Sessions,” July 25, 2008.
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As humans expand our geographic reach, encroach on untouched natural territories, and interact more with animal populations, we will encounter novel zoonotic diseases that threaten the human body. The sooner we act to address these risks, the better.
This report serves as a landscape assessment and toolbox from which local governments can negotiate an informed position when it comes to the levers available to them and includes a first-of-its kind analysis of eight executed community benefits agreements.