Some notable newly-updated reports from the Congressional Research Service that are not readily available in the public domain include these (all pdf).
“Coast Guard Deepwater Program: Background, Oversight Issues, and Options for Congress,” December 18, 2006.
“Radioactive Waste Streams: Waste Classification for Disposal,” updated December 13, 2006.
“Border Security: Barriers Along the U.S. International Border,” updated December 12, 2006.
“China and Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction and Missiles: Policy Issues,” updated December 11, 2006.
“Defense Procurement: Full Funding Policy — Background, Issues, and Options for Congress,” updated December 11, 2006.
“Foreign Students in the United States: Policies and Legislation,” updated December 8, 2006.
“Nuclear Arms Control: The Strategic Offensive Reductions Treaty,” updated October 12, 2006.
Russia currently maintains nearly 5,460 nuclear warheads, with an estimated 1,718 deployed. This represents a slight decrease in total warheads from previous years but still positions Russia as the world’s largest nuclear power alongside the United States.
The stakes are high: how we manage this convergence will influence not only the pace of technological innovation but also the equity and sustainability of our energy future.
We’re launching an initiative to connect scientists, engineers, technologists, and other professionals who recently departed federal service with emerging innovation ecosystems across the country that need their expertise.
With wildfire risk increasing and the potential for destruction along with it continues to grow nationwide, the Federation of American Scientists (FAS) today joins with other organizations to launch a new coalition, Partners in Wildfire Prevention.