Other new and updated reports from the Congressional Research Service obtained by Secrecy News include these (all pdf).
“Islamic Finance: Overview and Policy Concerns,” July 29, 2008.
“Presidential Advisers’ Testimony Before Congressional Committees: An Overview,” updated July 16, 2008.
“China’s Foreign Policy: What Does It Mean for U.S. Global Interests?,” July 18, 2008.
“Navy DDG-1000 Destroyer Program: Background, Oversight Issues, and Options for Congress,” updated July 15, 2008.
“A Parliamentary-Style Question Period: Proposals and Issues for Congress,” July 29, 2008.
Without a robust education system that prepares our youth for future careers in key sectors, our national security and competitiveness are at risk.
The Federation of American Scientists applauds the United States for declassifying the number of nuclear warheads in its military stockpile and the number of retired and dismantled warheads.
The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) takes its role as a beacon and voice of the scientific community very seriously. We strive for a world that is both more inclusive and informed by science, and are committed to the idea that the path to that world starts by modeling it within our organization.
To understand the range of governmental priorities for the bioeconomy, we spoke with key agencies represented on the National Bioeconomy Board to collect their perspectives.