Noteworthy new and updated reports from the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include the following (all pdf).
“Russia-Georgia Conflict in South Ossetia: Context and Implications for U.S. Interests,” August 13, 2008.
“Stability in Russia’s Chechnya and Other Regions of the North Caucasus: Recent Developments,” August 12, 2008.
“Russian Political, Economic, and Security Issues and U.S. Interests,” updated July 28, 2008.
“Enemy Combatant Detainees: Habeas Corpus Challenges in Federal Court,” updated July 29, 2008.
“Journalists’ Privilege: Overview of the Law and Legislation in the 109th and 110th Congresses,” updated July 29, 2008.
“U.S.-China Counterterrorism Cooperation: Issues for U.S. Policy,” updated August 6, 2008.
“National Security Strategy: Legislative Mandates, Execution to Date, and Considerations for Congress,” updated July 28, 2008.
“Nanotechnology and Environmental, Health, and Safety: Issues for Consideration,” August 6, 2008.
“Nuclear Cooperation with Other Countries: A Primer,” August 12, 2008.
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To encourage greater adoption of generic drugs in clinical practice the FDA should implement a dedicated regulatory pathway for non-manufacturers to seek approval of new indications for repurposed generic drugs.
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Early-career and out-of-state teachers tend to be most heavily concentrated in Alaska’s rural schools, where they face a steep curve in adjusting to a new way of life while learning the ropes of teaching.