Noteworthy new reports from the Congressional Research Service obtained by Secrecy News that have not previously been made available online include the following (all pdf).
“Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill: Selected Issues for Congress,” May 27, 2010.
“Deferred Examination of Patent Applications: Implications for Innovation Policy,” May 27, 2010.
“Post-Employment, ‘Revolving Door,’ Laws for Federal Personnel,” updated May 12, 2010.
“A New United Nations Entity for Women: Issues for Congress,” May 25, 2010.
“Democratic Reforms in Taiwan: Issues for Congress,” May 26, 2010.
“Detection of Nuclear Weapons and Materials: Science, Technologies, Observations,” updated June 4, 2010.
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