Promoting Global Internet Freedom, and More from CRS
Newly updated reports from the Congressional Research Service that have not been made publicly available include the following.
Promoting Global Internet Freedom: Policy and Technology, updated August 30, 2012
Vulnerable Youth: Background and Policies, updated August 29, 2012
Researching Current Federal Legislation and Regulations: A Guide to Resources for Congressional Staff, updated August 31, 2012
Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV): Background and Issues for Congress, updated August 27, 2012
War Powers Resolution: Presidential Compliance, updated August 30, 2012
Venezuela: Issues for Congress, updated August 30, 2012
As humans expand our geographic reach, encroach on untouched natural territories, and interact more with animal populations, we will encounter novel zoonotic diseases that threaten the human body. The sooner we act to address these risks, the better.
This report serves as a landscape assessment and toolbox from which local governments can negotiate an informed position when it comes to the levers available to them and includes a first-of-its kind analysis of eight executed community benefits agreements.
When a hurricane hits, it’s all hands on deck – that goes for federal data, too. Pulling back from our investments in timely, accurate, and accessible public data will only make us less prepared and put us all at greater risk.
This is bigger than a singular elimination of race and ethnicity questions. It could accelerate the second wave of widespread reductions to demographic data, leaving public health officials with even less information to deliver better health outcomes for all Americans.