Trade with Sub-Saharan Africa, and More from CRS
Newly updated reports from the Congressional Research Service that Congress has not authorized for broad public distribution include the following.
U.S. Trade and Investment Relationship with Sub-Saharan Africa: The African Growth and Opportunity Act and Beyond, June 26, 2012
The Global Climate Change Initiative (GCCI): Budget Authority and Request, FY2010-FY2013, July 27, 2012
Navy Force Structure and Shipbuilding Plans: Background and Issues for Congress, July 26, 2012
Housing for Persons Living with HIV/AIDS, July 3, 2012
Federal Pollution Control Laws: How Are They Enforced?, July 7, 2012
Cuba: Issues for the 112th Congress, July 20, 2012
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