Classified Information Policy, 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).
“Classified Information Policy and Executive Order 13526,” December 10, 2010.
“Screening and Securing Air Cargo: Background and Issues for Congress,” December 2, 2010.
“Chemical Facility Security: Reauthorization, Policy Issues, and Options for Congress,” November 15, 2010.
“Reorganization of the Minerals Management Service in the Aftermath of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill,” November 10, 2010.
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