Noteworthy new reports from the Congressional Research Service that have not been made publicly accessible online include the following (all pdf).
“Defense: FY2009 Authorization and Appropriations,” May 5, 2008.
“Second FY2008 Supplemental Appropriations for Military Operations, International Affairs, and Other Purposes,” updated May 8, 2008.
“Director of National Intelligence Statutory Authorities: Status and Proposals,” updated April 17, 2008.
“Congress’s Contempt Power: Law, History, Practice, and Procedure,” updated April 15, 2008.
“Navy LPD-17 Amphibious Ship Procurement: Background, Issues, and Options for Congress,” May 6, 2008.
“U.S.-French Commercial Ties,” updated April 7, 2008.
“Strategic Airlift Modernization: Analysis of C-5 Modernization and C-17 Acquisition Issues,” updated April 15, 2008.
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