Managing the Nuclear Fuel Cycle, and More from CRS
Noteworthy new reports from the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include the following (all pdf).
“Managing the Nuclear Fuel Cycle: Policy Implications of Expanding Global Access to Nuclear Power,” November 1, 2007.
“F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Program: Background, Status, and Issues,” updated October 25, 2007.
“Navy DDG-1000 Destroyer Program: Background, Oversight Issues, and Options for Congress,” updated October 25, 2007.
“Operation Iraqi Freedom and Detainee Issues: Major Votes from the 110th Congress,” October 22, 2007.
“Journalists’ Privilege: Overview of the Law and Legislation in the 109th and 110th Congresses,” updated October 18, 2007.
“Japan-U.S. Relations: Issues for Congress,” updated September 27, 2007.
“National Emergency Powers,” updated August 30, 2007.
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