Some noteworthy new reports of the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include the following (all pdf).
“Iran: Profile and Statements of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad,” January 16, 2007.
“Iraq: Regional Perspectives and U.S. Policy,” January 12, 2007.
“A Joint Committee on Intelligence: Proposals and Options from the 9/11 Commission and Others,” updated December 20, 2006.
“Sea-Based Ballistic Missile Defense — Background and Issues for Congress,” updated December 19, 2006.
“Federal Emergency Management Policy Changes After Hurricane Katrina: A Summary of Statutory Provisions,” December 15, 2006.
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