Some new or updated reports from the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include the following (all pdf).
Security Assistance Reform: “Section 1206” Background and Issues for Congress, January 13, 2012
The Berry Amendment: Requiring Defense Procurement To Come From Domestic Sources, January 13, 2012
In Brief: Assessing DOD’s New Strategic Guidance, January 12, 2012
Circular A-76 and the Moratorium on DOD Competitions: Background and Issues for Congress, January 17, 2012
The Federal Networking and Information Technology Research and Development Program: Background, Funding and Activities, January 13, 2012
Nuclear Power Plant Design and Seismic Safety Considerations, January 12, 2012
Chemical Facility Security: Issues and Options for the 112th Congress, January 13, 2012
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