Some other new reports of the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include the following (all pdf).
“Enemy Combatant Detainees: Habeas Corpus Challenges in Federal Court,” updated June 26, 2007.
“Defense Procurement: Full Funding Policy — Background, Issues, and Options for Congress,” updated June 15, 2007.
“Data Mining and Homeland Security: An Overview,” updated June 5, 2007.
“Coast Guard Deepwater Program: Background, Oversight Issues, and Options for Congress,” updated June 22, 2007.
“Recess Appointments Made by President George W. Bush, January 20, 2001-June 4, 2007,” updated June 14, 2007.
As the efficacy of environmental laws has waned, so has their durability. What was once a broadly shared goal – protecting Americans from environmental harm – is now a political football, with rules that whipsaw back and forth depending on who’s in charge.
It takes the average person over 9 hours and costs $160 to file taxes each year. IRS Direct File meant it didn’t have to.
It’s paramount to balance both innovation capabilities and risk as we work towards ensuring that the U.S. bioeconomy is a priority area for both the Nation and for National Security.
The Federation of American Scientists supports the Senate version of the Fix Our Forests Act.