Noteworthy new publications from the Congressional Research Service include the following (all pdf).
“Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Weapons and Missiles: Status and Trends,” updated February 20, 2008.
“Water Infrastructure Needs and Investment: Review and Analysis of Key Issues,” updated January 23, 2008.
“Russian Energy Policy toward Neighboring Countries,” updated January 17, 2008.
“North American Oil Sands: History of Development, Prospects for the Future,” updated January 17, 2008.
After months of delay, the council tasked by President Trump to review the FEMA released its final report. Our disaster policy nerds have thoughts.
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