Noteworthy new reports from the Congressional Research Service include the following (all pdf).
“Enlargement Issues at NATO’s Bucharest Summit,” March 12, 2008.
“The NATO Summit at Bucharest, 2008,” March 24, 2008.
“Selected Federal Homeland Security Assistance Programs: A Summary,” updated January 31, 2008.
“Selected Laws Governing the Disclosure of Customer Phone Records by Telecommunications Carriers,” March 10, 2008.
Increasing women in leadership roles is important for gender parity and bringing in new perspectives, but it does not guarantee peace.
To address challenges posed by increased extreme heat, USAID should mobilize finance through environmental impact bonds focused on scaling extreme heat adaptation solutions.
These recommendations can catapult the Advisory Committee structure into one that continues providing the government with the best advice.
Without the permitting workforce needed for implementation, the American public will not reap the benefits of rural broadband access, resilient supply chains, and clean, accessible water.